Bruno Genesio updates on Igor Paixao's injury status after PSG match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 8:20 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Bruno Genesio, head coach of Olympique de Marseille, provided an update on forward Igor Paixao following the team's 2-1 loss to Paris Saint-Germain on September 20. Paixao sustained an ankle injury during the first half and was substituted for Angel Gomes. Initially, concerns were raised about a potential knee issue, but Genesio clarified that it appears to be related to the ankle. Paixao's situation is particularly critical as he has emerged as a key player for Marseille amid financial struggles that nearly led to his departure this summer.
- •Igor Paixao suffered an ankle injury against PSG.
- •He was replaced by Angel Gomes in the first half.
- •Bruno Genesio indicated initial concerns were about his knee.
- •Paixao was crucial for Marseille amid financial difficulties.
- 8:20 AMYahoo Sports — Bruno Genesio provides Igor Paixao injury update
"Olympique de Marseille did everything to retain Igor Paixao (26) over the summer. Amid the club’s financial problems, the ownership looked to offload the Brazilian in the closing days of the transfe...
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