Real Sociedad had a difficult evening on Friday against Villarreal. Facing OM’s future opponent in the Europa League, the Basque club suffered defeat (3-1) during the 26th day of La Liga, also deploring several injuries during the game. Bad news ahead of the round of 16 second leg (March 5) of the Champions League against PSG.
In the 7th minute, winger Ander Barrenetxea left with an injury, hit in the back. “If he leaves us so early on an important day, it’s because he has something,” commented his coach Imanol Alguacil. “Everything went against us, it was an accumulation of things,” summed up the coach. Right back Hamari Traoré was taken off during the break after a shock to his shoulder, which occurred after a duel with an opponent.
Zakharyan hit again
Already weakened before the round of 16 first leg against the PSG, midfielder Arsen Zakharyan will return to the infirmary. Having fallen badly after a fall, the Russian will have to take exams. “He couldn’t even get dressed,” his coach said after the match. Real Sociedad had already been decimated in recent weeks, like the knee pain of captain Mikel Oyarzabal.
Despite having the ball in their favor, Real Sociedad failed to achieve success against Villarreal. Opposite, Marcelino’s players showed their realism thanks to a double from Santi Comesaña (17th, 47th) then thanks to Alexander Sørloth in added time (90+5th). Preserved at kick-off, Mikel Merino entered on the hour mark, giving his team hope (86th) at the end of the match.
On February 14, thanks to Kylian Mbappé and Bradley Barcola, PSG won (2-0) at home against Real Sociedad. Luis Enrique’s players followed up with a victory against Nantes (2-0) and will host Rennes this Sunday (5:05 p.m.) in the championship.
Original article published on RMC Sport
2024-02-25 01:17:37
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