Khvicha Kvaratskhelia injures ACL in PSG's Champions League match against Barcelona

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Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia injures ACL in PSG's Champions League match against Barcelona
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Khvicha Kvaratskhelia suffered a ruptured ACL in his right knee during Paris Saint-Germain’s 4-2 Champions League victory over Barcelona on October 22. The Georgian winger, a contender for the Ballon d'Or, expressed frustration on Instagram, questioning why he sustained the injury despite prayers for protection. Kvaratskhelia's injury occurred while attempting a tackle, forcing him to be carried off the pitch. He is expected to undergo surgery and face a lengthy recovery period, potentially sidelining him for at least six months. Two other PSG players, Ousmane Dembélé and Marquinhos, also left the match due to injuries, while Barcelona later complained to UEFA regarding a provocative banner displayed by PSG fans.

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  • •Kvaratskhelia injured his knee in the second half of the match.
  • •He underwent surgery after the Champions League game against Barcelona.
  • •Dembélé and Marquinhos also suffered injuries during the same match.
  • •Barcelona has complained to UEFA about a fan banner displayed at the match.
  • •Kvaratskhelia is a Ballon d'Or contender and key player for PSG.
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Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will have surgery after rupturing the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee in Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League win over Barcelona. The Georgian winger, a Ballon d’Or contender, wrote on Instagram: “Not much time has passed, yet one thought keeps circling in my head: why me?” Ousmane Dembélé and Marquinhos also went off…

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