Athletic Bilbao have reported that their left defender Bibi Schulze is out of action due to a moderate muscle injury to the left hamstring. The diagnosis, issued by the club's medical service, indicates that the player will suffer a loss that will affect her availability for the next match against Valencia, scheduled for Saturday in Lezama.
Bibi, who usually occupies the position of left winger or center back, is one of the fixed pieces in Víctor Martín's lineups. His absence represents a significant blow for the team, which already has other casualties and last-minute adjustments. The red and white coach has expressed his hope of having the presence of the internationals Clara Pinedo, Nanclares and Astralaga, who return to Lezama after their participation with the Spanish team in the two friendlies against the United States. Among them, midfielder Astralaga started in the second match and showed a solid performance, commenting that she was very happy to have played in a unique setting.
Athletic will have to reorganize its defense and consider alternatives to cover Bibi's position. The club has not yet announced a definitive replacement, but the coaching staff is expected to evaluate the available options in the coming days. With the match against Valencia just around the corner, the absence of the left defender will be a key factor that the team will have to manage carefully.