Barcelona's Gavi exits match against Elche with knee concern
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Barcelona faced Elche in La Liga, securing a dominant 5-0 victory. However, midfielder Gavi raised concerns after exiting the match with a right knee issue during the first half. Coach Hansi Flick provided an update post-match, indicating Gavi's condition is slightly better than initially feared, but an MRI will be conducted to assess the injury further.
- •Barcelona defeated Elche 5-0 in their La Liga opener.
- •Gavi left the match after suffering a knee injury.
- •Hansi Flick confirmed Gavi's condition is improving but requires an MRI.
- •The injury occurred during the first half of the match.
- •Barcelona starts their title defense with a strong performance.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona provide Gavi injury update
"Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has provided an update on the wellbeing of midfield star Gavi. This comes after the Spanish international set alarm bells sounding on Sunday evening.Barcelona were bac...
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