Barcelona’s Alejandro Balde sidelined with hamstring injury, doubtful for Champions League opener against Newcastle

Barcelona’s Alejandro Balde sidelined with hamstring injury, doubtful for Champions League opener against Newcastle

MADRID, Sept 4 — Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde is a doubt for the club’s Champions League opener against Newcastle after picking up a hamstring injury in training yesterday.

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MADRID, Sept 4 — Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde is a doubt for the club’s Champions League opener against Newcastle after picking up a hamstring injury in training yesterday.

The left-back is expected to be out for three to four weeks, according to Spanish reports.

“Balde sustained a minor injury to his left hamstring during today’s training session. His availability will depend on how his recovery progresses,” Barcelona said in a statement.

The 20-year-old is set to miss Barcelona’s La Liga clash against Valencia on September 14 and could also be sidelined for the trip to St James’ Park on September 18. — AFP

File photo of Barcelona’s Spanish defender Alejandro Balde and Real Betis’ Spanish midfielder Isco vieing for a header during the Spanish League football match between Real Betis and FC Barcelona at the Benito Villamarin stadium in Seville on January 21, 2024. — AFP pic

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