Antony Returns to Training Ahead of Key Match Against Rayo Vallecano

omidbasir- Antony emerged as the highlight of Real Betis’ training session on Thursday, the second to last before their showdown against Rayo Vallecano at La Cartuja this Saturday. The Brazilian winger, who has been dealing with pubalgia issues for several weeks, began the week training in the gym at the Ciudad Deportiva Luis del Sol. However, he returned to the field on Thursday and is expected to be fit for the match against the Madrid-based club.

The pubic problems faced by Antony have necessitated a careful approach from the medical staff and coaching team, leading to a personalized training regimen. This plan allows him to alternate between indoor workouts and group training sessions on the field each week. According to his coach, Manuel Pellegrini, while the injury does not hinder his performance, Antony must take extra precautions to manage the discomfort effectively.

With Antony’s return to training, only three players remain in the club’s medical facility, all of whom are dealing with long-term injuries. Sofyan Amrabat is currently in the initial phase of his recovery in the Netherlands and is expected to return to Seville soon for further progress. Isco Alarcón is working daily at the Ciudad Deportiva but has not yet been seen back on the pitch. Meanwhile, Giovani Lo Celso is anticipated to be sidelined for several more weeks due to his muscle injury.

As the Betis squad prepares for the upcoming match against Iñigo Pérez’s side, they will seek to secure three points that will help them maintain their lead over chasing teams in the league standings while also aiming to close the gap on Atlético Madrid, who currently occupy the Champions League qualifying spots. This comes after Villarreal’s recent victory over Levante, which has widened the gap to seven points from Pellegrini’s side.