PSG: an alarming first verdict on Kvaratskhelia

20.10.26 FT Champions League

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A French press report revealed, in recent hours, major information concerning the details of Georgian player Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s injury during the match against Barcelona on the third matchday of the league phase of the Champions League.

Kvaratskhelia facing a lengthy absence?

Kvaratskhelia was injured in the second half of the match between Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain following a heavy collision with Xavi Espart, a player for the Catalan side.

The 25-year-old left the pitch in the 59th minute, limping, and was replaced by Franco-Algerian player Maghnes Akliouche

The initial signs were not reassuring, as French outlet “Foot Mercato” reported that the tests Kvaratskhelia underwent after the match had heightened concerns among those around him about a possible rupture of the cruciate ligaments.
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Despite earning three points against Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain left the match with three injury concerns after Dembélé was forced off in the first half, before Marquinhos and Kvaratskhelia followed suit in the second half.

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