Athletic Club faces scheduling challenges and injury setbacks

Athletic Club faces a challenging period in its schedule, with a 28-day gap between official matches occurring between its September derby against Deportivo Alavés and its visit to Mestalla on October 17. This gap is due to the postponement of a match against Levante caused by storms and the suspension of a match in Vallecas due to crowd protests.

Following this break, the team will face five matches in just 15 days, including LaLiga fixtures and a Copa del Rey match. This intense period coincides with a significant injury to Oihan Sancet, who is expected to be sidelined for four weeks due to a soleus injury.

In broader LaLiga news, the league's scheduling will allow Real Madrid, Atlético de Madrid, and FC Barcelona to play on the same day this weekend. This departure from Javier Tebas's usual policy is necessitated by Real Madrid's fixture against Villarreal, as the league seeks to accommodate teams competing in the Champions League.