Real Betis midfield crisis deepens with USMNT star hit by FIFA virus
Real Betis Defensive Midfielder Johnny Cardoso Sidelined with Injury
Real Betis has been enjoying a resurgence in form with a seven-match unbeaten run across all competitions. Despite having only two fit defensive midfielders, the team has managed to perform well. However, their options have been further limited with the recent injury to Johnny Cardoso.
Injury Woes for Real Betis
William Carvalho has been sidelined since September due to an Achilles tendon rupture, while Marc Roca has been struggling with an ankle injury. With Cardoso now out with a moderate hamstring injury, Betis is left with only Sergi Altimira as the available pivot for Manuel Pellegrini.
Johnny Cardoso’s Injury Update
Real Betis confirmed that Johnny Cardoso sustained a moderate hamstring injury while representing the United States. Reports suggest that he will be sidelined for 2-3 weeks as he recovers from this setback. This means that Cardoso will miss crucial matches against Valencia and Mlada Boleslav, with a possibility of sitting out against Real Sociedad as well.
Impact on Real Betis
With Cardoso’s absence, Real Betis will be relying heavily on Sergi Altimira as their sole fit defensive midfielder. The team will be hoping for a speedy recovery for Cardoso to bolster their midfield options and maintain their impressive form.