HECTOR BELLERIN NEWS

Still remains out Bellerin (bruise) is not on the team sheet for Saturday's trip to Valencia.

Impact Bellerin will miss his second match in a row with a bruise. He had been able to see consistent starts at right back for Betis, starting the last six games played while making 12 tackles, 14 clearances with nine crosses (two accurate). His absence means that Youssouf Sabaly will get the start at right back for the Valencia clash.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in first appearance Bellerin assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 2-0 win versus Leganes.

Impact Bellerin made his mark in his first appearance of the season as he delivered an assist on Ez Abde's goal to take a 1-0 lead in the 74th minute of play. Bellerin entered the match in the 62nd minute as a sub for Youssouf Sabaly and made a quick impact with an accurate cross leading to a blocked shot just four minutes prior to picking up his first assist of the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Goes unused in return Bellerin (strain) was on the bench for Sunday's 3-2 win against Almeria but went unused.

Impact Bellerin appears fit enough to play, as he was on the team sheet last match despite his absence from the playing field. He will now look to get into the starting XI in the club's next contest, or at least get some time on the field, as he plays in a rotational role, having gained the start in 21 of his 23 appearances but also going unused off the bench quite often when not starting.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Back to group training Bellerin (strain) was back to team training Wednesday ahead of Sunday's match versus Almeria, per el Viva Sevilla.

Impact Bellerin is set to be an option Saturday after returning to training with the team. He has only made one appearance since Mar 10, having been dealing with a few different injuries. Since Jan 21, the defender had started seven times in eight appearances, totaling an assist in that span.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Bellerin (strain) won't be an option for Sunday's game versus Osasuna, Betis informed.

Impact Bellerin will not be available for the third straight game due to multiple physical problems. Youssouf Sabaly and Juan Miranda are starting on the defensive wings in this one.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out to face Sevilla Bellerin won't be available to face Sevilla on Sunday, manager Manuel Pellegrini told Jesus Borrero Jara of El Desmarque during Friday's pre-match press conference. "He won't be re...

Impact Bellerin had been dealing with an illness earlier this week, and while he got past that, he's not ready to face Sevilla since he's not at 100 percent due to muscular issues. This means Aitor Ruibal will likely start on the right side of the defense for the derby against Sevilla, while Bellerin's next chance to feature will come against Osasuna on May 5.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Training on grass Bellerin (illness) was viewed training with the ball on grass Monday.

Impact Bellerin is starting the first parts of his recovery process after dealing with an illness last week, as he is now training individually with a ball. He will now have to see a boost to team training this week before being considered an option for the weekend, which should be likely to come Wednesday or Thursday. Either way, he will just hope to shake off the injury concerns, having missed out on four of the club's past five matches.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't train Thursday Bellerin is dealing with flu-like symptoms and didn't train Thursday, so he's doubtful to face Valencia on Saturday, Daniel Lagos of Diario AS reports.

Impact Bellerin has struggled with his fitness levels all week long due to a persistent illness, and his absence from Thursday's training session means he's doubtful to even make the bench Saturday. In that scenario, Aitor Ruibal and Youssouf Sabaly will battle for the starting right-back role.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Assist before injury Bellerin was injured and subbed out in the 70th minute of Friday's 2-1 win versus Celta Vigo. He assisted once to go with three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created befo...

Impact Bellerin logged the assist to Betis' first goal, scored by fellow full-back Juan Miranda. For the first time since re-joining the La Liga, the former was able to record an assist in league action. Unfortunately for Bellerin, an undisclosed injury prematurely ended his game Friday and resulted in him getting replaced by Aitor Ruibal. If Bellerin cannot recover before Betis' next game at Valencia on April 20, either Ruibal or Youssouf Sabaly is expected to start at right-back.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Sunday Bellerin (thigh) is in the squad for Sunday's match against Girona.

Impact Bellerin returns after missing Betis' past two matches through injury. The fullback is a regular starter when fit, but will likely be eased back into match action after his absence.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Recovering well Bellerin is feeling "much better" after missing the last match with a thigh injury, he said per Manu Colchon of 4231 FC.

Impact Bellerin will look to return to training after missing the weekend clash with Villarreal. He had started six of the last seven matches in a row, recording 16 tackles, 14 clearances and nine crosses (one accurate) in that span. Youssouf Sabaly had started in his place at right back and could see another start if Bellerin does not recovered in time.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 16 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Starting as expected Bellerin (calf) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Barcelona.

Impact Bellerin returns from a calf injury which has kept him out of Betis' past two matches. The fullback has yet to have a goal involvement while crossing 25 times in 12 league appearances.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Sunday Bellerin (calf) looks to be an option for Sunday's contest against Barcelona, having been named in the squad list.

Impact Bellerin may be making his return Sunday after two matches on the sidelines, having been listed in the preliminary squad ahead of the contest. The defender has played more of a rotational role this season, starting one match then ending up on the bench in the next, so it is unsure if he will get the start if ready to go against Barcelona. There is a decent chance he captures that spot at the start of the contest Sunday, but if not, expect Aitor Ruibal to get the start at right-back once again.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Training Wednesday Bellerin (ankle) was pictured training with a ball Wednesday ahead of Sunday's contest against Barcelona.

Impact Bellerin looks to be making decent progress on his rehabilitation, as the defender was viewed on the practice pitch Wednesday training with a ball. The club will hope for him to be healthy by the weekend for their match against Barcelona, as the club is limited in the defender department due to multiple injuries. If he is healthy by Sunday, expect him to make the starting XI, as fellow right-backs Aitor Ruibal and Youssouf Sabaly are both out, Ruibal being absent due to a knee injury and Sabay due to international duty for the AFCON.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Bellerin (ankle) is not in the squad to face Granada on Saturday.

Impact Bellerin was diagnosed with a right ankle sprain in late December but has yet to recover, so it wouldn't be surprising if he misses a few more matches before being eligible for selection. Aitor Ruibal should remain as the starting right-back while Bellerin remains on the shelf, while Bellerin's next chance to play will come against Barcelona on Jan. 21.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss several weeks Bellerin has been diagnosed with a right ankle sprain and is expected to miss between two to three weeks, R. Guevara of MARCA reports.

Impact Bellerin left Thursday's game against Girona due to an injury in the first half, and the right-back has been diagnosed with a sprain that will keep him sidelined for the next few weeks at the earliest. Aitor Ruibal should takeover as the starting right-back while Bellerin remains on the shelf.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up issue Bellerin was forced off with an apparent injury during Thursday's clash with Girona.

Impact Bellerin made it just 15 minutes before an apparent injury forced him off and brought Aitor Ruibal on in his place. Bellerin has been in and out of the starting XI, making appearances in just two of the past five matches. The right-back will now have a bit of time to recover before a Jan. 3 trip to Celta Vigo.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban, eligible to return Bellerin is back from a one-game suspension and is available to face Real Sociedad on Sunday.

Impact Bellerin missed the 1-1 draw against Real Madrid on Saturday due to the ban. Still, he should be in contention to recover the starting role at right-back after Aitor Ruibal delivered an impressive performance over the weekend. Bellerin is also eligible to face Rangers on Thursday in the UEFA Europa League group stage.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Sunday Bellerin was sent off in the first half of Betis' clash against Almeria following a straight red card.

Impact The veteran right-back was sent off following a clumsy challenge on Adrian Embarba, leaving his side with 10 men and forcing the entrance of Aitor Ruibal to cover the right side of the defense. Ruibal could very well start at right-back when Betis take on Real Madrid next Saturday, and Bellerin's earliest chance to return will come against Real Sociedad on Dec. 17, unless the Disciplinary Committee extends the ban even further.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal Bellerin scored an own goal and crossed six times inaccurately during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Alaves.

Impact Bellerin conceded the own goal in the 35th minute while leading Betis with six crosses in the match. The fullback doesn't have a goal involvement to the positive yet on the season, but has crossed 12 times and created two chances in five appearances.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Real Betis Bellerin will make a return to Spain after agreeing to a move back to Real Betis after spending six months in Sporting Lisbon.

Impact Bellerin only made 10 appearances during his time with Sporting Lisbon, scoring one goal in that span. He is widely known for his time in Arsenal, making 183 appearances while scoring eight goals in nine years. The defender will return to Betis after sending a season on loan in 2021, totaling two assists in 23 appearances. He could see the start at right back heading into the new campaign, if he can stay healthy.

JULY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hector Bellerin joins Sporting CP from Barcelona Hector Bellerin joins Sporting CP from Barcelona.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Hector Bellerin joins Sporting CP from Barcelona Hector Bellerin joins Sporting CP from Barcelona.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Starts in win Bellerin created one chance from three crosses (one accurate) and made two tackles (one won) during Tuesday's 4-2 win over Viktoria Plzen.

Impact Bellerin has started in two straight UCL games since returning from his calf injury. As Alex Balde has been handed more chances to start at right back in league matches, Bellerin's role isn't a regular one, though his injuries make it important to provide more chances for proper rest. Additionally, Jordi Alba has looked better at left-back so there's not room for everyone in the lineup.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE