US EditionSpain Hurting without Bonmatí Before Women's Nations League Final vs Germany
Spain must replace injured midfielder Aitana Bonmatí, who fractured her left fibula in training, ahead of the Women's Nations League final second leg against Germany, officials said.
- Spain will face Germany in Tuesday's return leg at the Metropolitano without Aitana Bonmatí after a Sunday injury, leaving the tie finely poised following Friday's 0-0 first leg in Germany.
- An accidental collision in training produced an awkward landing, and medical tests diagnosed a fracture of Bonmatí's left fibula, prompting her return to Barcelona for further checks.
- Three-Time Ballon d'Or winner Aitana Bonmatí is a key Barcelona and Spain midfielder, and her absence alongside Patri Guijarro will strain both teams in the coming weeks.
- Spain coach Sonia Bermúdez, who took over in August, reacted to the setback, lamenting the loss and saying replacements can maintain the team's level among the 24-player squad.
- The game's atmosphere and stakes are heightened by strong recent form and a huge crowd, with up to 70,000 expected at Metropolitano Stadium as Spain national team defends its 2024 Nations League title.
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The triple Ball of Gold Aitana Bonmatí will be absent from the grounds for at least five months. Ella was operated by a fracture of the left perone.
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New Delhi: One of the biggest stars in women’s football, Aitana Bonmati, is set for a long spell on the sidelines after suffering a broken leg during a training session with the Spanish national team. The Barcelona and Spain midfielder fell awkwardly on Sunday while preparing for the second leg of the Women’s Nations League final against Germany in Madrid. The 27-year-old underwent surgery soon after the injury and Barcelona have confirmed that …
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