Igor Zubeldia

Analysis: Zubeldia's return to the matchday squad is a welcome development after more than a month on the sidelines with the thigh injury. The defender's inclusion gives coach Pellegrino Matarazzo additional options at the back heading into the final fixtures of the season, with Duje Caleta-Car having covered in his absence. Zubeldia should push to reclaim his starting role over the remaining matches as Real Sociedad close out the campaign.

May 5, 2026

Trains with team Tuesday

Zubeldia (thigh) returned to team training Tuesday and is targeting a return for Saturday's clash against Real Betis, the club posted.

Analysis: Zubeldia had been ruled out for more than one month after picking up a thigh injury, making his return to collective sessions a welcome development for Real Sociedad heading into the final fixtures of the season. The defender should push to regain his starting role in upcoming fixtures, with Duje Caleta-Car having been the one to cover in his absence. Getting Zubeldia back in the fold gives coach Pellegrino Matarazzo more defensive options for the run-in.

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