Injuries a big factor as Real Madrid visit Real Sociedad
Real Madrid travels to San Sebastian on Saturday to face Real Sociedad in the fifth round of games in La Liga in a game that will be influenced by a long list of injuries for both sides.
Real Madrid travels to San Sebastian on Saturday to face Real Sociedad in the fifth round of games in La Liga in a game that will be influenced by a long list of injuries for both sides.
The Spanish La Liga has no time for a pause as this week sees the 36th round of matches, with plenty still to play for and three games on Tuesday night.
Aleksander Isak wasted no time in equalising for the hosts, who forced Marc Andre Ter Stegen into some fine saves and saw a second-half goal ruled out for offside, reports DPA.
Frenkie de Jong or Miralem Pjanic might fill the void in midfield left by Sergio Busquets' dismissal in the disappointing goalless tie that Barca played to open the new campaign, while Jordi Alba struggled last week and Balde might be given a chance.
The Gabonese striker headed home a good cross from teammate Ferran Torres in the 11th minute of the game. The goalscoring attempt was their only shot on target throughout the entire game.
Mikel Oyarzabal netted from the penalty spot by sending Barca goalie Ter Stegen to the wrong side.
The defender has reportedly agreed on a two-year contract with Real Sociedad. The deal implies that Monreal is all set to make a return to La Liga after spending six years in England.
This was Madrid's second consecutive outing without a win, having battled Villarreal to a 2-2 draw just a few days ago.
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