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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

Injured while on international duty Sabaly picked up an ankle injury during the African Cup of Nations Qualifying match versus Mozambique and is set to miss a few weeks with a grade two sprained ankle, reports WiwSpo...

Impact Sabaly came back from international break last week and did not train with the team after suffering an ankle injury with Senegal. The tests results showed a grade two sprain, which means the defender will miss a few weeks while he recovers. He had been given starts of late, making seven appearances in the starting XI in the last eight games played. With the defender out, Aitor Ruibal will mend the right back position for the time being.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 24, 2023 • Associated Press

Assists in home win Sabaly assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 win against Mallorca.

Impact Sabaly assisted Borja Iglesias' winner in the 48th minute to help them earn three points at home. The right-back now has two assists in the season, while he has yet to score. He was also part of the defense that secured the clean sheet.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes eight clearances in draw Sabaly registered one off-target shot, three tackles (all won), four interceptions, eight clearances and a yellow card in Sunday's 0-0 draw to Real Madrid.

Impact Sabaly had a great defensive outing to help them hold Real Madrid's powerful offense for the clean sheet and the home draw. The right-back led his side in interceptions, while making the second-most tackles and clearances. He also received his first yellow card of the season, though.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Saturday Sabaly (undisclosed) has been called up by Betis for Saturday's clash against Espanyol.

Impact Sabaly missed the win over Rayo Vallecano on Jan. 8 due to an injury, but he's featured in both of Betis' cup matches since then, including starting and playing the full 120 minutes in the penalty-shootout defeat to Osasuna in the Copa del Rey on Wednesday. He should be fit enough to start once again over Aitor Ruibal at right-back against Espanyol.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knock Sabaly came off with a knock during Thursday's clash with Athletic Club.

Impact Sabaly came off with a knock during Thursday's match, being replaced by Aitor Ruibal. Sabaly had to limp off after a heavy challenge, putting him in doubt for a Sunday trip to Rayo Vallecano with little turnaround time.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nailed-on starter Sabaly started and went the full 90 during all three World Cup group stage matches, creating seven chances.

Impact Sabaly has been absolutely brilliant at right-back, bombing forward and creating dangerous chances at will. The defender has a nailed-on role and will be worth considering in the knockout stage in a tough match against England.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Sociedad Sabaly (strain) is in Betis' starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Real Sociedad.

Impact Sabaly is back in the XI at right-back on Sunday after missing the mid-week Europa League win over Ludogorets with a muscular injury.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers another muscular injury Sabaly created one chance and left after 76 minutes of Sunday's 2-1 loss to Atletico Madrid due to a muscular issue, according to manager Manuel Pellegrini.

Impact Sabaly has already dealt with two different injury-related absences this season and might be headed for a third. Look for Aitor Ruibal to take his place at right-back should Sabaly miss any matches unless Martin Montoya is picked instead.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in win Sabaly (undisclosed) was an unused substitute during Thursday's 2-1 win over Roma.

Impact Sabaly returned to the first team for Thursday's win, but went as an unused substitute during the match. The defender will hope to make his return to league action Sunday, away to Valladolid. This return to the bench is a very hopeful sign for a full return to the starting XI in the near future.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list Sabaly (undisclosed) made the squad list for Thursday's match against Roma.

Impact Sabaly could return after missing three straight games due to injury. He's played just twice this season but started on both occasions so he could be saved until ready to play from kickoff. When fit, he'll contend with Martin Montoya for the starting spot at right-back.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still limited in training Sabaly (undisclosed) remains limited in training during Monday's session ahead of Sunday's trip to Celta Vigo, according to Alvaro Borrego of El Desmarque.

Impact Sabaly remains unlikely to play without getting back into training soon as he's been out for the better part of two weeks. Martin Montoya should slot in as the starter at right-back for as long as it takes until Sabaly returns.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out for UEL match Sabaly didn't make the squad list for Thursday's UEL match against Ludogorets. According to manager Manuel Pellegrini via El Desmarque, Sabaly is not expected to be ready by Sunday...

Impact Sabaly misses out on this European matchup but will now hope to be fit after the international break if he doesn't play Sunday. He's only played twice this season and Aitor Ruibal could take his place in the starting lineup when needed.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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