Gavi Receives Support in Barça Dressing Room Following ACL Injury
The Spanish midfielder drew strong backing from teammates after suffering a serious knee injury against Georgia. The moment underscored the unity within the FC Barcelona squad and highlighted how the squad rallies around players in tough times.
Excitement converges with concern as fans and club observers describe the reception Gavi received inside the Barça dressing room after the Spanish international midfielder was badly hurt in Sundays match with Georgia. This Tuesday, just two days after the injury, Gavi visited his teammates at Joan Gamper Sports City. Walking with crutches, the midfielder was greeted first by Xavi Hernández, his coach, and then by the rest of the coaching staff and the players. They offered support and applause, lifting his spirits as he faced a long recovery ahead.
Gavi’s injury
The incident occurred around the 22nd minute of the first half. Gavi moved awkwardly in a challenge for the ball and appeared to have no immediate opponent near him when the injury happened. Earlier, he had received treatment on the field following a collision with an opponent, which briefly paused play. After returning to the action, the injury flared up again and forced him off the pitch. According to the team’s staff, the locker room atmosphere at that moment felt heavy, with coaches and teammates describing the scene as desolate following the blow.
Further medical assessments conducted on Monday confirmed a complete rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, in addition to an injury involving the external meniscus. The medical team outlined plans for surgical repair in the coming days. A subsequent medical report will be issued after the operation. The prognosis indicates that Gavi will miss the remainder of the season, including the European Championship campaign and next year’s Olympic Games, if applicable.