Oyarzabal is available for Sunday's La Liga clash against Rayo Vallecano after recovering from a heavy knock sustained during Thursday's Europa League draw against Lyon, according to the club.
Analysis:Oyarzabal has avoided a significant setback after requiring medical attention following a blow to his back in the closing moments of Thursday's European encounter. The Real Sociedad captain was initially expected to undergo a final assessment during Saturday's training session, but his availability confirms that the discomfort will not prevent him from featuring against Rayo Vallecano. His recovery is an important boost for coach Pellegrino Matarazzo, with Oyarzabal remaining a key figure in the team's attacking setup and a strong candidate to retain his starting position. Orri Oskarsson provides an alternative at center-forward if the coaching staff decides to manage Oyarzabal's workload, although there is currently no indication that his playing time will need to be restricted.
