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Faces likely serious injury Abqar was forced off in the 76th minute due to an apparent torn hamstring that could rule him out for the remainder of the season, coach Eduardo Coudet confirmed in a press confere...

Impact Abqar could be ruled out for the remainder of the season after suffering an apparent torn hamstring on Sunday. He will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue and whether he will miss an extended period as expected. If that is the case, Facundo Garces could take on a larger role in the backline during his absence.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Holds hamstring Abqar was injured and subbed out in the 76th minute of Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Real Madrid.

Impact Adqar was forced to ask for a sub after he was seen holding his hamstring in pain during the loss to Real Madrid. It would be a huge loss to the defender if he does have to miss time as he has started all 29 La Liga matches for Alaves.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No longer suspended Abqar has completed his one-game suspension and is no longer suspended.

Impact Abqar missed the 1-0 loss against Barcelona due to a one-match ban but is now fully available and should return directly to the starting squad against Getafe on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks one match suspension Abqar will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards.

Impact Abqar accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for Sunday's match against Barcelona. Santiago Mourino is expected to start in the central defense.

JANUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three clearances in return Abqar registered one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 1-0 victory versus Mallorca. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 44th minute.

Impact Abqar missed just one game with and undisclosed injury and was back in the starting XI during Alaves' home win. The centerback made the second-most clearances for his side during the match. He also received his sixth yellow card in 11 starts, though.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Mallorca Abqar (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Friday's match against Mallorca.

Impact Abqar has returned as expected, earning a spot in the starting XI immediately after his one-match absence. The defender should continue in a starting spot moving forward, as he has yet to miss a start when available this campaign.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Likely for Friday Abqar looks to be set for a return against Mallorca on Friday, according to manager Luiz Garcia Plaza. "It's okay. He has trained and has been training at the maximum level since M...

Impact Abqar looks to already be back in the fold after missing the club's last match, with the defender having trained and been cleared of his injuries. This is great news for the club, as he had started in every match leading up to his injury. That said, he will likely start Friday, sending Pica back to the bench.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returning from suspension Abqar completed his one-game suspension and will be eligible to face Mallorca on Friday.

Impact The center-back has been a regular for Alaves this season and should recover his place in the starting lineup regardless of who he partners with at center-back. Through 10 starts this season, Abqar has 38 clearances, 19 interceptions and eight tackles.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended to face Rayo Abqar received his fifth yellow card of the 2024/25 season in the 3-2 loss to Valladolid on Friday and will be suspended to face Rayo Vallecano this Saturday.

Impact Abqar has started every game for Alaves this season, so there's no question his absence will be felt on the defensive line. He should be ready to return for the Nov. 1 match against Mallorca, and in the meantime, Santiago Mourino could emerge as his replacement at center-back alongside Moussa Diarra.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers first assist Abqar assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Friday's 3-2 defeat to Valladolid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 101st minute.

Impact Abqar delivered his first assist of the campaign as he set up Kike for a shot from the left side of the box late in second half extra time. Abqar also set season highs with two shots, two chances created and 49 completed passes in the match. Additionally, he maintained his streak of logging at least one interception in each game played this season.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs five clearances in win Abqar made one tackle, five clearances, one interception and one block during Friday's 2-1 win over Sevilla.

Impact Abqar bounced back from the quiet outing on the previous match, pacing his team in clearances and imposing his will against opposing forwards most of the time. With 27 clearances and 12 interceptions over six starts, the center back is enjoying another great start of campaign.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to face Valencia Abqar completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Valencia on Sunday.

Impact Abqar has been a regular for Alaves at the back, and his return should provide a boost to the defensive, as both he and Rafa Marin will be back from their bans. Expect Abqar to reclaim his regular role in the XI, as he's started in his 22 appearances during the current league campaign.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns one-game suspension Abqar received his 10th yellow card of the season and will be suspended for Saturday's game against Celta Vigo.

Impact The absence of Abqar will be huge for Alaves, as he's started in every one of his 22 league appearances, racking up 93 clearances, 30 tackles, 17 interceptions and 20 blocked shots. His next chance to play will come against Valencia on May 5, with Nahuel Tenaglia being an option to start at center-back against Celta.

APRIL 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to start Abqar (hip) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Abqar left last week's match after just 24 minutes, but has recovered in time to start his fifth straight La Liga fixture. The defender has made three interceptions and 11 clearances over his last four matches helping Alaves to one clean sheet.

MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Sunday Abqar (hip) is expected to be an option for Sunday's match against Rayo Vallecano, per Joes Carrasco of La Liga Fantasy.

Impact Abqar looks to have already recovered from the hip issue that forced him off the field early against Osasuna on Monday, as he is now being deemed eligible for Sunday's match. This is great news for the club, as he has been a regular starter when healthy, getting the start in all but three contests he has been available for. With that being said, if he does make the team sheet, expect the defender to get the start in the center of defense, as he has started in that spot over the past four matches.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Abqar came off with an apparent injury during the first half of Monday's clash with Osasuna.

Impact Abqar made it 24 minutes before limping off the pitch during Monday's clash. Nahuel Tenaglia came on to replace Abqar, and could see some run in the starting XI depending on what the injury to Abqar turns out to be. Abqar will at the very least be in doubt for Sunday's clash with Rayo.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Barcelona Abqar (not injury related) is in the squad to face Barcelona on Saturday.

Impact Abqar was called up by Morocco to play in the Africa Cup of Nations, but he's back in training following the team's early exit and has already been included in the squad to face Los Blaugranas. Abqar has been a constant presence at the back for Alaves this season with 14 starts, racking up 66 clearances.

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Selected for African Cup of Nations Abqar was named to the Morocco squad ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations, Deportivo Alaves announced Thursday.

Impact Abqar's call-up will likely see him miss at least three fixtures, though he should be available against Real Sociedad on Tuesday. The central defender has started all 14 of his La Liga appearances for the club this season and leaves a significant gap in the backline, one that may be filled by Nahuel Tenaglia.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Abqar has served his one match suspension and is set to be an option for Thursday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Abqar is expected to return to the lineup after missing last match through suspension. He's started his previous eight games in a row, logging in 40 clearances in that span.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Girona Abqar received his fifth yellow card of the season against Las Palmas on Dec. 9 and will be suspended to face Girona this weekend.

Impact Abqar was booked in each of Alaves' last five matches, and with the defender reaching five yellows, he's now set for one match on the sidelines -- an issue for Alaves since the 24-year-old has been a regular starter for them all season long. Abqar should be eligible to return against Real Madrid on Dec. 21 in the last game of the calendar year for Alaves.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records six clearances in defeat Abqar registered six clearancesand three interceptions in Friday's 2-0 defeat against Athletic. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 78th minute.

Impact Abqar recorded six clearances for the second consecutive game, and has now registered six or more in three out of five games this season. However, the defender failed to record a tackle after recording three in the previous match.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active despite defensive role Abqar generated two shots (one on goal) in Monday's 1-0 loss to Getafe. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 83rd minute while adding three clearances, two blocked shots...

Impact Abqar can be a menace on set-piece situations, and while he couldn't score, he generated danger for the opposing defenders, However, he's going to get most of his value on defensive stats. Through three starts, he has racked up 13 clearances, three interceptions and three blocked shots.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal despite solid work Abqar had an own goal, seven clearances and one interception in Monday's 4-3 victory against Sevilla.

Impact Abqar was extremely unfortunate to score an own goal, as a wide shot from Erik Lamela simply bounced off his leg and changed the trajectory of the ball, slotting into the goal when Antonio Sivera was completely out of the sequence. Abqar did deliver some good defensive stats, but there's no question he'll be remembered for this own goal going forward.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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