Andrés Martín’s knee sprain clouds Racing’s win over Elche

Andrés Martín suffered a right‑knee sprain in Racing de Santander’s 3‑2 victory over ElcheEFEEFE on Friday, the club confirmed in a statement after the game at the Campos de Sport. The 27‑year‑old striker was forced off in the 59th minute and will miss an estimated six to eight weeks.

Martín was withdrawn in the 59th minute after his discomfort became apparent. He was taken to the medical centre in Aguadulce for imaging, which later confirmed a sprain of the right knee. El club acted swiftly to assess the injury.

José Alberto lamented the situation, saying “Después del 3‑1 dimos demasiadas ventajas”. Anselmi added, “No se pueden regalar 45 minutos”, underscoring the frustration over the lost time. Elche were left to rue the narrow defeat.

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Recovery timeline uncertain

The club’s communiqué noted that the 27‑year‑old’s lay‑off will depend on how the injury progresses. Initial estimates put his absence at six to eight weeks, but the exact duration will be reassessed as he recovers.

Racing will keep Martín’s progress under close observation and will update supporters once a definitive return date is set. His absence leaves the attacking line thin as the team prepares for upcoming fixtures. The coaching staff hopes his return will bolster the squad before the season’s climax.