FC Barcelona's Alejandro Balde Faces Left Hamstring Injury
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Synopsis
FC Barcelona has announced that fullback Alejandro Balde has suffered a left hamstring distal injury. While there is no set timeline for his recovery, the club is hopeful for a quick return as they aspire for a historic treble this season.
Key Takeaways
- Alejandro Balde has a distal injury to his left hamstring.
- Injury occurred during a win against Leganes.
- Recovery time varies based on the severity of the injury.
- Balde has made 42 appearances this season.
- Barcelona is aiming for a historic treble.
Barcelona, April 13 (NationPress) FC Barcelona has announced that fullback Alejandro Balde has sustained a distal injury to his left hamstring, although no specific timeline for his return has been provided.
The injury occurred late in the first half during Sunday’s (IST) 1-0 away victory against Leganes. After sprinting back to halt a counterattack from the opposition, the defender experienced discomfort and was substituted for Gerard Martin.
According to the club's statement, "Tests conducted on Sunday morning revealed that first team player Alejandro Balde has a distal injury to his left hamstring. His return to first team play will be contingent upon his recovery."
The rehabilitation period for a distal hamstring injury can vary significantly, typically ranging from a few weeks to several months. A grade 1 strain may heal in days to a couple of weeks, whereas a grade 3 (complete tear) could necessitate months for recovery and possibly surgery. Generally, rehabilitation following distal hamstring repairs takes around three months before athletes can resume their sports activities.
This season, Balde has been a key player under coach Hansi Flick, making 42 appearances across all competitions, with 37 as a starter. He has scored once, in the 5-2 victory against Real Madrid in the Supercopa de Espana final, and has provided 10 assists from his position.
The club is optimistic that Balde’s injury is not severe, as the 21-year-old had previously missed 182 days earlier in the 2023-24 season due to a tendon rupture.
Under coach Hansi Flick, Barcelona has returned to peak form and is currently in a strong position to secure a historic treble, holding a seven-point lead in La Liga over Real Madrid, facing them again in the final of the Copa Del Rey, and boasting a 4-0 advantage over Borussia Dortmund heading into the second leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals.
