Spanish coach Emmanol Alosaial had to exclude Moroccan Nayef Akard moments before Atletico Madrid against Real Sociedad in the 35th round of the Spanish League.
The Basque team, which is late in the result, is a clean four -way, a heavy guest of Atletico Madrid at the “Wanda Metro Politano” stadium in the Spanish capital Madrid.
Real Sociedad is looking to finish the season in a qualified center for major European competitions next season, in light of the fierce competition that the Spanish League qualification centers know.
📝 VOCI le 𝐗𝐈 de la REL 🆚 @Atletifr !#ATLETIIRELSOCIDAD pic.twitter.com/znyfprgjh– Real Sociedad 🇫🇷 (@Realsocatedfr) May 10, 2025
Nayef Akard injury before Atletico Madrid match against Real Sociedad
According to the website “Diariovasco“The Spanish has witnessed the training of Real Sociedad an unexpected development, as Moroccan defender Nayef Akd felt some pain during the warm -up, forcing him to withdraw from the starting lineup before confronting Atletico Madrid.
Akard just returned from a previous injury, before feeling again the pain of his knee while warming up, prompting the technical staff to exclude him from the match. He was replaced by his colleague, Eric Eilstongondo, who returned to the team’s squad after a long absence due to the injury.
There were other options available, such as Igor Zubeldia, who has just returned from injury, or John Pacheko, who is considered a natural alternative due to his position, but it was Ellostungo who was chosen to make up for the absence of Akd.
This injury is a heavy blow to Real Sociedad at a sensitive time of the season, as the team seeks to ensure a qualified position for European competitions.
What is waiting for Nayef Akard in the Spanish League?
The technical staff hopes that it will be a slight renovation and return quickly to participate in the remaining upcoming matches, as Celta Vigo and Girona will host, and will be a guest of Real Madrid in the last round.
