# Facundo Garcés nationality and injury status

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/facundo-garcs-nationality-and-injury-status
> Updated: 2026-09-08T13:22:30.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Facundo Garcés, a defender for Deportivo Alavés, has been at the center of nationality and eligibility disputes. Following a naturalization scandal involving the Malaysian national team and the use of improper documentation, Garcés was listed by Alavés as Argentinian rather than Malaysian for the 2026/27 La Liga season. This follows a FIFA-imposed one-year suspension related to the alleged falsification of a Malaysian passport.

In September 2026, while still serving the suspension that prevents him from playing official matches, Garcés suffered a serious knee injury. Medical studies confirmed a complete rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee during a training session. This injury will require surgery and is expected to sideline him for several months.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: Sele Vera and Facundo Garcés face long absences due to severe injuries

Singer Sele Vera and footballer Facundo Garcés face long absences due to severe injuries, including bone fractures and ACL ruptures, impacting upcoming performances and professional seasons.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/facundo-garcs-suffers-serious-knee-injury-at-deportivo-alavs

### 2026-08-17: Facundo Garcés listed as Argentinian by Deportivo Alavés

Defender Facundo Garcés has been listed as Argentinian instead of Malaysian in Deportivo Alavés' new squad registration, fueling speculation following his involvement in a Malaysian naturalization scandal.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/facundo-garcs-listed-as-argentinian-by-deportivo-alavs

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