Barcelona Defender Inigo Martinez Sidelined with Injury

Barcelona’s defensive lineup has been dealt a blow as Inigo Martinez sustained an injury during the Supercopa de España clash against Real Madrid, which ended in a 5-2 victory for Barcelona.

The 33-year-old Spanish defender was forced to leave the pitch after just 28 minutes of play, with Ronald Araujo stepping in as his replacement. According to reports, Martinez is expected to be out of action for approximately five weeks due to this injury. This absence will likely see him miss crucial upcoming Champions League matches against Benfica and Atalanta.

Martinez has been a key player for Barcelona this season, featuring in 27 matches across all competitions. His contributions have been significant, with the defender netting two goals and providing two assists during his time on the field.

This injury setback comes at a critical time for Barcelona as they continue to compete on multiple fronts. The team will need to adapt their defensive strategies in the coming weeks to compensate for the loss of Martinez’s experience and skill on the backline.