
Yamal to miss rest of season but 'expected to be available' for World Cup
Lamine Yamal will miss the rest of the season but is expected to be fit for the World Cup.
Arda Guler is a late doubt for Real Madrid's match against Real Betis after missing the final training session. His absence could impact Madrid's efforts to close the gap with Barcelona in La Liga.
Arda Guler becomes late doubt for Real Betis-Real Madrid clash
Real Madrid travel to Seville on Friday to face Real Betis, hoping to slice the gap to Barcelona back down to six points at La Cartuja, but they may be doing so without Arda Guler. The Turkish talent missed their final training session before the match on Thursday, and is now a serious doubt for the match.
Since the international break in March, during which he helped return Turkiye to the World Cup via the play-offs, Guler has started all but one of their five games, coming off the bench for the final 26 minutes against Girona two weeks ago. As the season has gone on, the 21-year-old has become increasingly important for Real Madrid, making 50 appearances, scoring six times and giving 14 assists. He was nearly the inspiration behind Los Blancos’ comeback in Munich, with a brace in the first half getting them on terms.
As reported by Marca, Guler worked out in the gym on Thursday, after complaining of muscle discomfort. He then underwent a scan, which ruled out any serious injury, and continued with recovery exercises. Nevertheless, Guler is a serious doubt to face Betis, and it seems probable that he will not be risked, especially with the World Cup around the corner.
Arda Guler missed the final training session before the match, raising concerns about his availability.
Guler has made 50 appearances this season, scoring six goals and providing 14 assists, becoming increasingly important for the team.
If Guler is unavailable, it could hinder Real Madrid's chances of reducing the points gap with Barcelona in La Liga.

Lamine Yamal will miss the rest of the season but is expected to be fit for the World Cup.
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