Sorloth's Head Injury Threatens Participation for Atlético Madrid Against Barcelona

Norwegian striker Alexander Sorloth sustained a head injury while on international duty with his national team. Atlético Madrid confirmed that the player required stitches as a result of the injury.

Spanish press reports indicate that the forward might miss the team's upcoming La Liga match this weekend. However, there is optimism that he could be fit for the Champions League clash scheduled for the following week, with medical staff working against the clock to ensure his availability for the important continental fixtures.

The capital club faces additional squad challenges after Johnny Cardoso was diagnosed with a muscle tear while with the US national team. Subsequent medical examinations conducted in Madrid revealed that the injury is more severe than initially anticipated, potentially sidelining him for up to two weeks.

The coaching staff hopes to have Cardoso back before the Copa del Rey final on April 18. Meanwhile, Atlético Madrid is preparing to host Barcelona at the Metropolitano Stadium in a league fixture before heading to Camp Nou for the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final the following Wednesday.