Madrid, Aug 19
Villarreal striker Gerard Moreno has suffered another injury setback in a career that has been badly affected by physical problems in recent seasons.
The 33-year-old started his side's opening day win at home to Oviedo on Saturday evening, but the former Spain international had to leave the pitch after just two minutes of the second half with a hamstring injury in his left leg, as per Xinhua.
The striker is likely to be out of action for between four and six weeks, but given Moreno's injury history, it is likely to be closer to six weeks on the sidelines.
"I don't want to predict much, but you can't imagine how frustrating it is to not be able to have continuity, when you are doing all that is in my hands to try and be fit."
"I will carry on looking for the best way to be here and to play. I will keep on working because I have a marvellous family who are always at my side and a lot of people who want me to be fit and who try and keep my morale up," wrote Moreno on Instagram.
Moreno has suffered both hamstring and calf injuries in the past three years, missing 14 matches last season, 20 in the 2023-2024 campaign and 18 the previous year, which have limited his appearances for Villarreal and effectively ended his international career.
Villarreal began their 2025/25 La Liga campaign in solid fashion after having defeated Real Oviedo 2-0 in their opening game of the season, with the newly promoted side hvaing been reduced to 10 men early on.
They now turn their attention to facing Girona FC on home turf at the Estadio de la Cerámica.
— IANS
Reader Comments
At 33, these recurring injuries are really concerning. Maybe he should consider retirement before it gets worse. Health comes first, yaar. His family support sounds wonderful though â¤ï¸
Villarreal's medical team needs to be questioned. How does a player keep getting the same type of injuries? Proper rehabilitation and prevention is key. Our Indian sports science may not be as advanced, but even we know this much!
Respect for his positive attitude despite all the setbacks. His Instagram message shows real character. Wishing him a speedy recovery from India! ðŸ™
Missing 14, 20, and 18 matches in consecutive seasons? That's almost half the season every year! Villarreal should seriously consider finding a replacement striker. Business is business after all.
As someone who follows La Liga closely from Mumbai, this is really disappointing. Moreno was crucial for Villarreal's European ambitions. Hope they can cope without him against Girona.
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