ALVARO ODRIOZOLA NEWS

Plays half in loss Odriozola played 45 minutes during Thursday's 2-1 loss to Anderlecht.

Impact Odriozola got the start and played 45 minutes before being brought off with Sociedad chasing the game. The defender hasn't played any sort of league role, instead starting both Europa League minutes at right-back.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Getting call for Thursday Odriozola (undisclosed) was seen back in training and is on the team sheet for Thursday's UEL match versus Anderlecht.

Impact Odriozola continues to struggle with injuries, only appearing twice this season. He will look to make another return to the pitch Thursday, though will likely start on the bench over Jon Aramburu at right back for Real Sociedad.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Injured again Odriozola is out for Sunday's match against Valencia, according to manager Imanol Alguacil, per Marta Gonzalo of El Desmarque.

Impact Odriozola is returning to the injury list, missing his sixth match of the season due to complications. The extent of his injury is unknown, leaving a return date up in the air. Luckily for the club, this is a minor absence, having only started in one of his three appearances on the team sheet.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming for debut Odriozola (sprain) will be an option for Saturday's match versus Real Madrid, per manager Imanol Alguacil.

Impact Odriozola is set to make his season debut after starting the new season off on the sidelines with an ankle sprain. He only made nine appearances since leaving Real Madrid, with the defender set to be a bench option once fully fit.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers sprain Odriozola is out for Sunday's match against Rayo Vallecano due to an ankle sprain, according to manager Imanol Alguacil, per Joelia Mejias of El Desmarque. "Alvaro suffered a sprai...

Impact Odriozola will miss the season opener despite no prior notice of an injury, as he picked up a sprain that will leave him out. He is expected to be a starter, so this is a brutal loss. However, he seems unlikely to miss much time, with Jon Aramburu or Javi Lopez likely taking his spot while he is out.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Listed on bench Odriozola (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's match versus Almeria.

Impact Odriozola had missed the last two months with a knee injury as he looks to make his return to the pitch for the first time since Feb 3. He was only able to make three starts in four appearances in La Liga during his first campaign with the side.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Left off traveling team Odriozola (knee) is not an option for Sunday's contest against Alaves, as he was left out of the traveling team.

Impact Odriozola continues his tenure on the sidelines, having not recovered over the international break and missing his ninth straight match due to a knee issue. There has still been no update on when the player will return, but with the cub not playing again until April 14, he will now have two weeks to recover before the tilt with Almeria.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain sidelined Odriozola (knee) will be out for Friday's match against Cadiz after being left out of the squad list.

Impact Odriozola will remain on the sidelines for a further week, having yet to recover from a knee issue that has caused him to miss the club's past seven contests. He will now have two weeks to focus on his recovery with the international break right around the corner, with his next chance to return being March 31 against Alaves. When he does return, he will hope to see more time on the field, as he has only appeared seven times all season.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Still shelved Odriozola (knee) "Is evolving, but it is still far away" from making a return to the squad, per manager Imanol Alguacil.

Impact Odriozola is still about a few weeks away, despite making good progress in his recovery. He's struggled to climb the depth chart since joining the club in the summer, only making four appearances this season, three of them coming as starts.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Villarreal Odriozola (knee) was not included in the squad list for Friday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Odriozola is one of the multiple players the club has remaining on the sidelines for another match, now missing his fourth straight contest due to his knee issues. However, the defender has mainly served in a rotational role this season, only starting four times and usually going unused on the bench, so his absence shouldn't be a major issue. Nonetheless, the club will still hope to add the depth back to their bench soon, as he is a decent player when called upon, so they will look for his return next week when they face Valencia on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Wednesday Odriozola (knee) will not be in the squad to face PSG on Tuesday.

Impact Odriozola will be out of action for his second consecutive contest after suffering a hyperextended knee versus Girona on Feb. 3. Given the short week, the defender will likely face an uphill battle to get fit in time to play versus Mallorca on Sunday. Even when fit, Odriozola has often served as an unused substitute and is far from a lock for the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad for Saturday Odriozola (knee) is not in the squad to face Osasuna on Saturday.

Impact Odriozola hyperextended his knee against Girona in Real Sociedad's previous league match. While he has spent the entire week in rehab, he didn't recover in time to feature in this match. His next chance to feature will come against PSG in the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League next week. Still, if that game comes too soon, he could be in contention to face Mallorca on Feb. 18. Either way, the return of Hamari Traore from AFCON duty suggests Odriozola will be a backup alternative going forward.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Injury deemed as hypertension Odriozola has been announced to have hyperextended his knee after coming off injured against Girona on Saturday, the club announced.

Impact Odriozola was only on the field for a literal minute before going down on Saturday, with the injury looking to be somewhat serious after such an early exit. However, after further testing, the defender will be happy to hear it was only a hyperextension. He is already in line to be a part of the club's team sheet against Mallorca in the Copa del Rey on Tuesday, so it appears the player has already recovered somewhat, and the injury can be deemed minor. He will now hope to return Tuesday, but if not, the defender should be on the field to face Osasuna on Saturday after a decent week of rehabilitation.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling for Copa del Rey Odriozola will travel with the squad for Tuesday's Copa del Rey clash against Mallorca.

Impact Odriozola was forced off early at the weekend against Girona, but is expected to return to the squad quickly for mid week cup action. The defender could be rested with an eye on next week's league match against Osasuna or upcoming Champions League first leg match against PSG.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves match injured Odriozola was forced off in Saturday's contest against Girona due to an apparent injury.

Impact Odriozola only made it one minute Saturday before going down with an undisclosed injury, being brought off in the fourth minute after an on-field examination. This is a tough blow for the player, but now so much for the club, as the defender only earns minutes here and there this season, appearing seven times with four starts. He will just hope for only a minor issue and to be back on the team sheet next week, with more on his injury being released in the coming days after the match. He was replaced by Jon Aramburu, who is appearing for only the third time this season.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option versus Rayo Vallecano Odriozola (hip) is available for Saturday's match against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Odriozola is making a quick return from a minor hip injury, but he won't start. He has gotten the nod in three of the last seven games he was an option for, but he didn't play in the others. He has tallied three inaccurate crosses, two tackles, three interceptions, and two key passes in his recent appearances.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Trains Thursday Odriozola (hip) participated in Thursday's training session ahead of the club's match on Saturday against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Odriozola seems to be making decent progress on his recovery after picking up a hip injury in last week's Copa del Rey match against Osasuna, having run on grass and did ball work during Thursday's training session. There is a chance the defender does return on Saturday, but either way, he shouldn't be expected to get much time on the field, as he has only appeared five times all season, with three of those coming as starts. He will now hope to have no setbacks in these next couple of days and to get some time on the field against Rayo to test his legs after the issue.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Odriozola missed the club's latest match in the Copa del Rey on Wednesday against Osasuna due to a muscle injury in his hip and is now in question for Saturday's match against Celt...

Impact Odriozola may be heading for some time on the sidelines, already having missed the club's most recent match while being doubtful for Saturday's match after picking up an undisclosed injury. It isn't the biggest loss for the club, as the defender has only appeared in six games this season while starting in three of those contests, only notching three appearances in the club's past eight contests. He will hope for the injury to only be minor, as the club will hope to keep as many reinforcements as possible with the busy part of the season underway due to Cup and league matches taking place.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in Copa del Rey Odriozola played 73 minutes during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Bunol in the Copa del Rey.

Impact Odriozola got back in the starting XI on Wednesday, his first start of the 2023/24 season and just his third appearance. A variety of injuries have kept Odriozola on the sideline more often than not. When fit Odriozola is little more than a depth option as he struggles for consistent minutes barring injuries elsewhere in the defense.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list for Cup match Odriozola (undisclosed) is in the preliminary squad for Wednesday's Copa Del Ray clash against Bunnol.

Impact Odriozola could be making his return to play after getting the nod in the squad list on Tuesday. The defender has only been available for two matches this season, only playing as a substitute, as he has dealt with numerous injuries throughout the year thus far. If he does return for Wednesday's match, he will most likely end up on the bench, as it has been over a month since he last touched the playing pitch.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Sunday Odriozola (undisclosed) is a doubt for Sunday's trip to Rayo, according to manager Imanol Alguacil.

Impact Odriozola is a doubt Sunday due to an ongoing issue. While the injury was ruled more of a precaution than anything else, Alguacil did add the hope was to have him back for a Nov. 1 cup match. The defender has missed four of the last five matches despite taking part in team training.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Mallorca game Odriozola is missing from Real Sociedad's squad list to face Mallorca Saturday.

Impact Odriozola isn't fully fit and won't be an option for this one. Artiz Arambarri is getting the nod at right-back, while Toni Lato is playing as a winger.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Atleti Odriozola is fit and in the match day squad to face Atletico Madrid on Sunday.

Impact Odriozola returns from a calf injury which has kept him out of Sociedad's last two matches in all competitions. Odriozola has yet to start a match this season playing just 63 minutes between an appearance in La Liga and the Champions League.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Odriozola (calf) took part in training Friday, but is a doubt for Sunday's trip to Atleti, according to manager Imanol Alguacil.

Impact Odriozola is a doubt for Sunday's trip to Atleti after missing Tuesday's clash with Salzburg. The concern for the defender is a relapse of a calf injury he suffered during pre-season. While he has been active in team training Odriozola remains short of full fitness, and Alguacil was very clear about not wanting to risk aggravating the same injury with an international break right around the corner. Odriozola would likely see limited minutes even if added to the bench for Sunday's match.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss UCL match Odriozola (fatigue) is not an option for Tuesday's match against Salzburg after not being named to the traveling squad.

Impact Odriozola will not be traveling with the team on Tuesday due to fatigue. The defender was part of a mid-week match against Mestalla, where he played the whole second half, resulting in fatigue that made him a scratch for this match. His absence shouldn't affect the squad too much, as he has only appeared in two games this season, both being as a substitute.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE