Hungary’s Dominik Szoboszlai has not participated in the team’s recent training sessions ahead of their crucial match against Scotland in Euro 2024. However, concerns over his injury have been downplayed. Despite missing training, the 23-year-old has played the full 90 minutes in Hungary’s previous group games.
Before the tournament, Szoboszlai had to temporarily leave training due to a minor fitness issue. Now, he has missed the last two days of training leading up to the game against Scotland, a match that Hungary must win to have a chance of qualifying for the knockout stage.
The Hungarian Football Association has confirmed that Szoboszlai did not take part in full training but assured fans that he was focusing on “regeneration work” to ensure his readiness for Sunday’s game. According to Nemzeti Sport, the player was given a precautionary rest on both Friday and Saturday.
This cautious approach is welcome news, considering Szoboszlai appeared fatigued towards the end of Liverpool’s season. The team is being careful not to push him too hard and risk further burnout, especially with this potentially being his final obligation this summer.
Gabor Schuth, Hungary’s fitness coach, shed light on how they determine a player’s workload. They consider factors such as muscle fatigue, sleep quality, and mood to determine the appropriate training plan. This personalized approach ensures that players like Szoboszlai are not overworked and are in optimal condition for matches.
Despite the missed training sessions, Szoboszlai is expected to face off against his Liverpool teammate Andy Robertson on Sunday evening. The match between Scotland and Hungary will determine which team has a chance to progress as one of the best third-placed sides.
Currently, Scotland is on the brink of elimination based on goal difference, having only accumulated one point so far. Hungary, on the other hand, must secure a victory to keep their hopes alive in the tournament. As of now, only Diogo Jota’s Portugal, among Liverpool players, has confirmed their place in the next stage of the competition.
With the final group games taking place from Sunday to Wednesday, the fate of several teams, including Hungary and Scotland, hangs in the balance. Fans will be eagerly watching as these players battle it out on the field, hoping for their respective teams to advance in Euro 2024.