After a severe blow to his knee, Gavi left the Spanish team’s game crying; Local press says injury could be serious
A Spain confirmed first place in Group A of the Euro 2024 qualifiers, but the 3-1 victory over Georgia was marked by the injury of Gavi. The number 9, one of the main Spanish players, suffered a severe blow to his knee and left the field, in the first half, crying.
The midfielder of Barcelona he felt his knee after a strong tackle and was left lying on the pitch. He returned to the game after receiving treatment from the team’s doctors, but felt the area again when he tried to control the ball during a play. The 19-year-old player was substituted in the 23rd minute for Sancet.
Gavi left the game crying, he felt pain and was replaced
He was acclaimed around the stadium, we hope it’s nothing serious pic.twitter.com/BIuZ35xtXK
— Pablo Gavi Portal (@pablogaviportal) November 19, 2023
According to information from the Spanish newspapers “AS” and “Relevo”, the number 9 suffered a rupture in the cruciate ligament in his right knee and the recovery period could take six to eight months.
If the period is confirmed, Gavi could miss Euro 2024, the Paris Olympic Games and the rest of the season with Barcelona. The midfielder’s profile should be released by the Spanish team in the next few hours.
In 2023, the player played 15 matches for Barcelona, with two goals and one assist.
Goal from @FerranTorres20 with special dedication ❤️🩹
Gavi left the field injured.🩹
📷 @SEFutbolpic.twitter.com/H0XjYR9WBs
— FC Barcelona (@fcbarcelona_br) November 19, 2023
Source: sportbuzz
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