Spanish Primera Liga Injured & Suspended List Football

12.5.26 A. Bilbao

Athletic Club winger Nico Williams will miss the remainder of the La Liga season after suffering a hamstring injury in Sunday's loss to Valencia, but tests confirmed the setback is not as severe as feared. The 23-year-old is expected to be sidelined for about three weeks, ensuring he will be fit in time for Spain's World Cup campaign. His premature exit initially raised concerns of a long-term absence, but the latest update has brought relief to both Athletic Club and Spanish fans.

12.5.26 Atletico M.

Midfielder Johnny Cardoso will undergo ankle surgery after suffering a high-grade sprain in training, ruling him out of Atletico Madrid's season finale and the upcoming World Cup. Cardoso had established himself as a starter under Mauricio Pochettino, making 30 appearances since joining from Real Betis, but his setback leaves the USMNT without a key midfield option.

11.5.26 A. Bilbao

Spain's World Cup preparations suffered another setback as midfielder Nico Williams left Athletic Club's La Liga match against Valencia with a left hamstring issue. The 23-year-old exited in the 36th minute and was later seen on the bench with a pad on his leg during Athletic's 1-0 defeat.

10.5.26 Real Mad.

Alvaro Arbeloa faces major selection problems before Sunday's Clasico at Camp Nou, with Real Madrid hit by injuries and internal turmoil. Federico Valverde is sidelined after suffering a head injury in a training-ground clash with Aurelien Tchouameni, while Alvaro Carreras confirmed a separate bust-up with Antonio Rudiger. Kylian Mbappe could return from a hamstring issue despite controversy surrounding him, but Madrid remain depleted. Long-term absentees include Rodrygo, Eder Militao, Arda Guler, and Ferland Mendy, while Dani Carvajal's season may also be over.

8.5.26 Real Mad.

Real Madrid's dressing room turmoil deepened after a physical altercation between midfielders Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni at training. The incident left Valverde semi-conscious and requiring hospital treatment, where he was diagnosed with cranioencephalic trauma. He will miss 10-14 days, ruling him out of Sunday's El Clasico against Barcelona. Tchouameni may also face disciplinary action and miss the match.

8.5.26 Atletico M.

Atletico Madrid midfielder Johnny Cardoso has sustained a high-grade sprain in his right ankle during training, just five weeks before the World Cup. The club confirmed he will undergo rehab but gave no timetable for his return, making his availability for the U.S. roster announcement on May 26 doubtful. Cardoso had been gaining momentum with both Atletico and the USMNT, starting a recent friendly against Belgium and making 23 appearances this season.

7.5.26 Real Mad.

Real Madrid forward Rodrygo has given an encouraging update on his rehabilitation, eight weeks after surgery for a season-ending ACL and meniscus injury. The 25-year-old Brazilian, who was ruled out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, posted on Instagram that he is "very happy with my progress" and grateful for the strength to keep going. While optimistic projections suggest a possible return in early 2027, Real Madrid's medical staff remain cautious to avoid any relapse.

6.5.26 Real Mad.

Kylian Mbappe is training with Real Madrid as he recovers from injury and pushes to play against Barcelona in El Clasico. However, with the World Cup approaching and little at stake in the title race, his participation remains uncertain due to the risk of aggravating the injury.

6.5.26 Barcelona

Lamine Yamal is making steady progress from a hamstring injury and is expected to be fit for the World Cup despite missing the rest of Barcelona's season. Spain plan to manage his return carefully, potentially easing him into the tournament to ensure full fitness for the knockout stages.

5.5.26 Real Mad.

Ferland Mendy could miss up to five months after suffering a serious right leg muscle injury during Real Madrid's win over Espanyol. The left-back may require surgery, with tests confirming damage to his rectus femoris tendon. The injury is expected to end his season and sideline him into the start of the next campaign, adding to Madrid's growing list of unavailable players.

5.5.26 Barcelona

Patricio Pacifico will miss around 12 months after suffering a torn ACL and undergoing surgery, Barcelona confirmed. The defender, who joined in the winter window, sustained the injury in a match against Olot, dealing a major setback to both his development and the club's plans.

4.5.26 Real Mad.

Ferland Mendy suffered a right leg injury just 10 minutes into Real Madrid's 2-0 victory over Espanyol, adding to a series of setbacks this season. The defender, who has played only nine matches, now faces uncertainty over his chances of returning to the France national football team squad ahead of the World Cup.