YOUSSOUF SABALY NEWS

Unused Friday Sabaly went unused on the bench during Friday's 2-1 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Sabaly was back on the bench after missing two matches, but went unused. The defender being available is certainly a good sign, but he clearly wasn't fully fit. The last time he recovered from an injury he went unused on the bench for a match before being brought back into the starting XI.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Could play Friday Sabaly (strain) appears to be an option for Friday's match against Celta Vigo after being added to the squad list.

Impact Sabaly looks to be set for a return once again, as he appears to have recovered from his strain after being listed on the squad list. The defender will now hope to put the injury bug behind him for the rest of the season, as he has only appeared six times all campaign due to two different injuries. He will look to get the start if chosen for the team sheet Friday, as he has started in all six of his appearances this season.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Did not train with team Sabaly was not able to participate in training with an undisclosed injury and will not be an option for Sunday's trip to Rayo Vallecano, confirmed manager Manuel Pellegrino.

Impact Sabaly had just returned from a long term knee injury and was able to start the last three matches in the back, totaling eight clearances, five crosses (zero accurate) and four tackles. With Aitor Ruibal (ankle) back, he is set to start at right back against Rayo Vallecano.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Starts on bench Sabaly (calf) is on the bench for Sunday's match versus Alaves.

Impact Sabaly has not seen any action on the pitch since August, having been sidelined with a calf injury. This will likely keep him a bench option after having been a favorite to start in the beginning of the campaign.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss another contest Sabaly (calf) is not available for Friday's contest against Cadiz, with manager Manuel Pellegrini telling reporters at his press conference, "Sabaly we look forward to his return t...

Impact Sabaly will continue on the sidelines for a further match, still having yet to recover from his calf issue. However, the defender should be an option next weekend to face Alaves on Feb. 18 based on their manager's quotes. This will be a huge addition back into the team once he does return, as the right-back has not played since the third match of the season after beginning the campaign as a regular starter.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Running on grass Sabaly was seen running on the grass while on international duty with Senegal.

Impact Sabaly linked up with the Senegalese national team for the AFCON Cup of Nations, however failed to make an appearance as he continues to work back from a calf injury. With Senegal eliminated from the tournament, he is set to return to Betis, where he continues his recovery.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined once more Sabaly (knee) is out for Wednesday's clash with Celta Vigo after not being called up.

Impact Sabaly remains on the sideline for Wednesday's match as he works to recover from the knee issue. He's been out for more than four months now and there have been few updates on his recovery. Sabaly will hope to recover in the coming weeks, though he will need to be a full participant in training before that seems likely.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Out again versus Girona Sabaly (knee) will not be in the squad against Girona on Thursday.

Impact Sabaly hasn't featured for the club in La Liga action since Aug. 27 versus Athletic, so his continued absence shouldn't come as a surprise. At this point, Sabaly should be considered out indefinitely with no clear timeline to return to action. Even once given the green light, Sabaly will likely have to make an appearance or two off the bench.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Sabaly (knee) won't be available for Sunday's clash at Real Sociedad, El Desmarque reports.

Impact Another week, another match Sabaly is set to miss in what has been an injury-marred season for the right-back. He has been limited to just three appearances in all competitions and hasn't played since Aug. 27.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Sabaly (knee) is not in the squad to face Real Madrid on Saturday.

Impact Sabaly has dealt with injuries all season, and the right-back has been limited to just three appearances in all competitions. He hasn't played since Aug. 27, and it seems he won't return to action soon. His next chance to feature will come against Rangers in the UEFA Europa League on Dec. 14, but it wouldn't be shocking if he ends up on the sidelines until January next year.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers sprain knee Sabaly picked up a grade two sprain in his right knee during training Tuesday and is set to sit out indefinitely.

Impact Sabaly has not been able to step foot on the pitch since August after dealing with a thigh injury. He had recently returned an an unused sub Saturday, but will now sit out again with a new injury. The defender had started his only three matches this campaign, totaling an assist with nine clearances and six tackles (three won) thus far.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Given bench role Sabaly (thigh) was on the bench for Saturday's match against Mallorca.

Impact Sabaly made his return to the team sheet on Saturday, marking the end of an eight-match streak where he was sidelined. However, the defender did not record a minute in the match after making the team sheet, raising the question of whether he is fully healthy or not. He was a regular starter before his injury, so it would not be a surprise to see him in the starting XI next match after getting the bench nod.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Saturday Sabaly (thigh) is in the preliminary squad for Saturday's match against Mallorca.

Impact Sabaly could be making his return to play for the first time in two months on Saturday after making the squad list on Friday. This was to be expected from the defender, as he was back in training working out fully this week. He was a normal starter in the first three matches of the season before picking up the injury and might immediately return to that role against Mallorca, sending Hector Bellerin to the bench.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with squad Sabaly (thigh) has returned to full team training and will look to be an option for Sunday's clash with Osasuna, per Mucho Deporte.

Impact Sabaly has missed the last two months with a thigh injury and is inching closer to a return as he is back in team training. He had started three games at right back and is expected to compete with Juan Miranda for a starting role.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Sabaly (leg) is not in the squad to face Getafe on Saturday.

Impact There aren't many details regarding the injury that's affecting Sabaly, but the right-back has not played for Betis since Aug. 27, and he's now in line to miss a ninth straight contest across all competitions. His next chance to play, though unlikely given the lack of encouraging reports regarding his progress, will come next Thursday at Aris Limassol in the UEFA Europa League.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Left out of squad Thursday Sabaly (leg) will not be included in the squad list against Sparta Prague on Thursday.

Impact Sabaly will be shelved for his sixth consecutive contest due to his long-term leg injury. At this point, it seems unlikely the defender will be back before the ucpoming international break and should be considered a long-shot to make the squad for Sunday's matchup with Deportivo Alaves as well. Hector Bellerin figures to continue filling the right-back role with Sabaly out of action.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Thursday Sabaly (leg) will not be in the squad versus Granada on Thursday.

Impact Sabaly will be sidelined for his fourth straight match due to his leg injury suffered while on international duty. With the defender unavailable, Hector Bellerin figures to continue serving as the right-back. Given the quick turnaround before Sunday's clash with Granada, Sabaly should be considered a doubt at best to play versus Granada.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury with Senegal Sabaly suffered a left adductor injury while on international duty with Senegal and Betis have not provided a timetable for his return.

Impact Sabaly's tenure with Betis has been marred by injuries, but the Spanish club is relieved that the injury is not the same one that affected the full-back during the 2021/22 season. Sabaly has been limited to just 36 league appearances with Betis since the start of the 2021/22 campaign, and Hector Bellerin should be in line for more minutes while Sabaly is sidelined.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up winning assist Sabaly assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win against Villarreal.

Impact Sabaly set up Willian Jose with a beautiful cross in the 95th minute, which led to the winning goal. The defender was one of the key contributors in the contest, sending in five crosses (two accurate) and creating two chances.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles with injuries Sabaly made 23 appearances (19 starts) in La Liga during the 2022-23 season.

Impact Sabaly opened the season as the presumptive starter at right-back but failed to stay on the pitch, as injuries kept him sidelined for portions of the season. The right-back heads into 2023-24 as the top defensive option on the right flank, coming off a pair of goal contributions. Sabaly created 12 chances and made 45 tackles and 47 clearances.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores rare goal Sabaly scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) and one chance created in Monday's 3-1 victory versus Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 46th...

Impact Sabaly scored his first league goal since the 202-21 season to put Betis in the lead Monday. It was his second start in a row since returning from an ankle injury. The defender has totaled 20 clearances, 10 interceptions and 15 tackles (11 won) in in the last seven games.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four clearances across 90 Sabaly had four clearances, two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Thursday's 1-0 win over Athletic.

Impact Sabaly's four clearances played an essential part in Betis maintaining a clean sheet Thursday. And by playing each minute of Betis' most recent game, he has indicated his readiness to regularly play again. That should be the case as Betis' May schedule continues.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Athletic Sabaly (ankle) will be in the starting XI for Thursday's matchup with Athletic.

Impact Sabaly returns after a six-match stint on the sidelines due to his ankle problem. In his previous five appearances, the right-back managed one assist, four shots (one on target), four crosses (zero accurate) and 16 clearances. Martin Montoya figures to be relegated to a bench role moving forward with Sabaly back.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Thursday Sabaly (ankle) was called up by Betis to face Athletic Club on Thursday.

Impact Sabaly has missed his side's last six La Liga matches with an ankle injury he suffered while on international duty in late March, but he has recovered enough to make the squad this mid-week and could return to the pitch against Bilbao.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out against Sociedad Sabaly (ankle) was not called up by Betis for Tuesday's clash against Real Sociedad.

Impact Sabaly is set to miss a fifth consecutive game Tuesday after spraining his ankle during the March international window. Aitor Ruibal should return from suspension to continue as the starting right-back in his absence.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE