Saúl Ñíguez's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Soccer
Saúl Ñíguez's Sports Injuries Table
| Type | Area | Date | Consequences | Content | How It Happened | Recovery Duration | Rehabilitation Details | Impact On Career | Psychological Impact | Previous Injuries | Return To Competition | Severity | Treatment | Medical Staff | Long Term Impact | Preventive Measures | Competition Missed | Initial Symptoms | Re Injury Risk | Support System | Rehabilitation Location |
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| Kidney Injuries | Kidney | 2015-10-21 | Internal bleeding and significant pain. | Saúl Ñíguez experienced kidney damage during a Champions League game. This injury led to him being hospitalized and missing several matches. | In a Champions League match against Bayer Leverkusen, Saúl Ñíguez suffered a severe blow to his kidney. | Several weeks | Hospitalization followed by rest and gradual return to training. | Missed several important matches, but eventually made a full recovery. | The injury was traumatic, but Saúl showed resilience and determination to return stronger. | None related to the kidney. | Returned to the pitch after full recovery. | High | Hospitalization, rest, and monitored recovery. | Atletico Madrid medical team and external specialists. | No long-term impact reported. | Enhanced protective gear and medical monitoring. | Missed several Champions League and La Liga matches. | Severe abdominal pain and difficulty in breathing. | Low | Family, teammates, and club medical staff. | Hospital and Atletico Madrid training facilities. |
| Sprains | Right Ankle | 2018-01-27 | Swelling and pain in the ankle. | During a La Liga match, Saúl Ñíguez suffered a sprained right ankle, which caused him to miss several games. | Saúl Ñíguez sprained his right ankle during a La Liga match against Las Palmas. | 2-3 weeks | Rest, ice, compression, elevation, and physiotherapy. | Temporary setback, but no significant long-term effects. | Frustration due to missing games, but remained positive. | None specific to the right ankle. | Returned to full training and match play after recovery. | Moderate | Rest, physiotherapy, and gradual return to activity. | Atletico Madrid medical team. | No long-term impact reported. | Strengthening exercises and ankle support. | Missed 2-3 La Liga matches. | Sharp pain and inability to bear weight on the right ankle. | Moderate | Family, teammates, and club medical staff. | Atletico Madrid training facilities. |
| Strains | Right Thigh | 2020-12-15 | Pain and limited mobility in the right thigh. | Saúl Ñíguez sustained a muscle strain in his right thigh during training, which led to a short period of recovery. | Saúl Ñíguez strained his right thigh muscle during a training session. | 1-2 weeks | Rest, ice, compression, elevation, and physiotherapy focused on the thigh muscle. | Minor setback, quickly returned to full fitness. | Maintained a positive attitude and focused on recovery. | None specific to the right thigh. | Returned to full training and match play after recovery. | Low | Rest, physiotherapy, and gradual return to activity. | Atletico Madrid medical team. | No long-term impact reported. | Proper warm-up and strengthening exercises. | Missed 1-2 matches. | Discomfort and pain in the right thigh. | Low | Family, teammates, and club medical staff. | Atletico Madrid training facilities. |
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In July 2017, Saul Niguez renewed his Atlético Madrid contract for nine years until 2026, a rare length of time in football. However, in recent months, his performance level has dropped significantly. Saul joined Atlético at age 13, improved quietly, and debuted with the pros on the reserve team. After a loan to Rayo Vallecano in the 2013-2014 season, where he helped the team stay in La Liga, Atlético extended his contract until 2019 and brought him back.
In the 2014-2015 season, he played 35 games with four goals and two assists. Saul was known for his technical skills, physical level, and unique way of thinking about the game, making him a perfect fit for Diego Simeone's Atlético. He showed his bravery during a 2015 Champions League game against Leverkusen when he played despite a severe kidney injury.
Saul's performances improved over the years, and he became a key player for Atlético, scoring memorable goals and earning a call-up to the Spanish national team in 2016. However, by April 2021, his form had declined drastically. He was no longer making a difference on the field, losing possession frequently, and was not being selected for the national team.
Simeone's tactical changes and Saul's versatility saw him playing various positions, but he failed to deliver consistently. Saul himself admitted to mental struggles affecting his performance. His family suggested he might need to leave Atlético for a fresh start. Despite his long contract, a departure seemed likely, but finding a club willing to meet his release clause and salary demands could be challenging.
At 26, Saul Niguez needs to find fresh momentum, either at Atlético or elsewhere.
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