Frenkie de Jong Limps Off Against Real Sociedad

Frenkie de Jong faced a distressing moment during Barcelona's match against Real Sociedad, breaking down in tears at halftime due to fears of a new injury after suffering knocks to his shin and ankle. Despite initially fearing a long-term setback, it was confirmed that he only sustained a minor blow and could still participate in upcoming international fixtures for the Netherlands. De Jong's performance was underwhelming throughout the match, reflecting ongoing struggles with pressure and fitness after returning from a five-month injury layoff. Barcelona ultimately lost the match 1-0, further complicating their pursuit of points in La Liga. The team also faced additional injury concerns with players like Dani Olmo and Lamine Yamal not fully fit for the game. Overall, de Jong's emotional response highlights the mental toll of injury setbacks, as he has missed significant playtime in recent months.