# Cádiz CF squad challenges and match updates

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cdiz-cf-squad-and-roster-challenges
> Updated: 2026-08-22T09:35:16.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

Cádiz CF is experiencing squad instability involving both player roles and medical issues. Midfielder Suso, previously a key player, has transitioned to a substitute role under manager Albert Celades due to struggles with form. While club leadership has denied rumors of an attempt to force the player out, Suso was subsequently left out of the squad for a fixture against Eldense, leading to speculation regarding a potential departure as the transfer window nears its end.

In addition to roster uncertainty, the club is managing several significant injuries. Striker Álvaro García Pascual is sidelined with lumbosciatica, and Sergi Arribas is recovering from a partial myotendinous tear. Most severely, new signing José Andújar has suffered a cruciate ligament rupture that will require surgery and end his season.

On the pitch, Cádiz CF recently played to a draw against CD Eldense at the Pepico Amat Stadium during the second matchday of the Segunda División. After falling behind to goals from Mariano Carmona and an ‘olímpico’ corner by Guillermo Macho, Cádiz secured a point late in the match through a goal from Cordero following a defensive error. Manager Albert Celades noted that while the first half was difficult, the team showed “significant improvement and resilience” in the second half, which he attributed to effective substitutions.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-22: Cádiz CF and CD Eldense draw in Segunda División clash

Cádiz CF and CD Eldense drew in the Segunda División after Eldense's two-goal lead was overturned by a late Cádiz equalizer.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cdiz-cf-faces-squad-absences-and-transfer-uncertainty

### 2026-08-17: Suso transitions to substitute role at Cádiz CF

Cádiz CF midfielder Suso has moved from a star role to a substitute under manager Albert Celades following a period of inconsistent performance and injury struggles.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/suso-moves-to-substitute-role-at-cdiz-cf

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