In the absence of injured captain Álvaro Morata, the team opted for a frontline combination of Joselu, Ayoze Pérez and Mikel Oyarzabal, who were tasked with leading the attack and relying on the services of Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams on the wings.
The ongoing theme throughout the first nine rounds of La Liga matches has been the prevalence of major injuries to key players. The strenuous summer schedule appears to be catching up with the players who are entrusted with bringing Spain its sixth international trophy.
A worrying incident occurred during the Madrid derby when Atlético Madrid’s Robin Le Normand was involved in a collision resulting in a brain injury. The club has stated that they are taking no chances with his health and are allowing him the necessary time to recover from this tragic event.
In midfield, Martín Zubimendi was stationed at the center of the action, orchestrating plays and providing support to his teammates.
The challenges faced by teams in La Liga highlight the physical demands of professional football and the importance of squad depth to navigate through a grueling season.
As the league progresses, we can only hope for the quick recovery of injured players and a return to full strength for all teams competing in La Liga.
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