Gulácsi misses Champions League match after home invasion incident
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 12:23 AM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
Péter Gulácsi, goalkeeper for Villarreal, was unable to participate in the Champions League game against Napoli due to an armed home invasion at his residence. The club confirmed his absence for this crucial match on October 13. The incident raises concerns about player safety off the field, particularly in high-pressure environments such as European competitions. Villarreal will need to adjust their lineup in his absence as they face Napoli.
- •Gulácsi missed the game against Napoli on October 13.
- •The absence was due to an armed home invasion at his home.
- •Villarreal confirmed the details surrounding his unavailability.
- •The match adds pressure to Villarreal in the Champions League.
- •Player safety remains a critical concern for clubs.
- 1:18 AMESPN Soccer — Gulácsi misses UCL game due to armed home invasion
"Villarreal goalkeeper Péter Gulácsi missed his team's Champions League game against Napoli on Tuesday because of an armed home invasion at his house, the club said.
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