Abde's Injury Status Remains Ambiguous Ahead of the World Cup
Real Betis player Abde's participation in the upcoming World Cup with Morocco is still uncertain as he prepares to undergo comprehensive medical examinations to assess the full extent of the injury sustained during a match against Norway. Initial evaluations suggest that he may be dealing with a sprain of the medial collateral ligament in his right knee. The initial recovery period was estimated at three to four weeks, but this could potentially be shortened to two weeks depending on the severity of the sprain. Conversely, there remains the possibility that the recovery time could be extended, prompting the Moroccan national team's cautious approach as they await definitive results from the supplementary studies before making a conclusive decision.
In the meantime, the priority is to allow the inflammation in the affected area to subside, which will enable more accurate results to emerge regarding Abde's condition, allowing the coaching staff to determine the appropriate course of action concerning his training and game availability. Mohamed Ouahbi and Abde are both keen to explore every possible avenue to ensure that the talented winger can represent his nation at the World Cup. His desire to play is fueled by a remarkable season with Betis, where he has showcased his skills at an impressive level.
As discussions swirl about potential substitutes should Abde be unable to participate in the tournament, the Moroccan team remains hopeful and is taking their time to assess whether they can count on the services of the Betis standout. Fortunately for the Verdiblancos, initial examinations indicate that the injury is not severe, and if the first diagnosis is confirmed, Abde could engage in a significant portion of the preseason preparations.
As reported by abc.es.
