FC Barcelona returned from Bilbao morally affected by the elimination of the Copa del Reybut with fewer physical consequences than feared from the battle fought for 120 minutes in San Mamés.
Andreas Christensen and Araujo were the players of most concern because of the images that were seen of both. The Dane was substituted and sat on the bench with ice in the Achilles tendon area, while the Uruguayan admitted after the crash that he was feeling discomfort in his right knee.
The defense could remain in a precarious situation with its casualties, but The two centre-backs must be at the disposal of Xavi Hernández for Saturday’s match against Villarreal in Montjuïc.
In the case of Christensen, Xavi had already agreed with the footballer on his change around the 70th minute. so as not to force more on an area that is cared for in a special way. The former Chelsea player was absent against Betis, but he arrived in time to face the duel against San Mamés, although Playing the entire match carried some risk and the staff never takes risks with their players.
Araujo had physical problems in the Copa del Rey duel / Valentí Enrich
For its part, Araujo was lying on the ground hurting his right knee, in which he had a bandage, and he was seen somewhat limping. The Uruguayan finished the game, but he was fortunate that the discomfort did not get worse. Therefore, Araujo is available for Saturday against the Villarrealenses.
Hector Fort y Cancelo
There won’t be any problem for Héctor Fort either.which ended only with ramps, and the only confirmed loss is that of Alejandro Balde, who suffered a muscle injury in his left leg.
Cancelo trained with protection and hopes to return against Villarreal / @FCBarcelona
For his part, Cancelo continues to advance and, although he stayed on the bench in Bilbao, he could now play against Villarreal. This Thursday he participated in the session with the teammates who had fewer minutes in San Mamés or were substitutes with protection on the left knee.
Cancelo was injured in the first game of the year in Las Palmas when he injured the external lateral ligament of the knee and The player hopes to be under the command of Xavi Hernández for the next League match.