Rodri speaks on Gavi's heavy challenge during Spain training session
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Rodri addressed an incident from Spain's training ahead of the World Cup involving teammate Gavi, who delivered a hard tackle that caused concern over potential injury. Footage of the incident showed Rodri visibly pained on the ground, prompting medical staff to attend. Fortunately, the situation did not result in a serious injury, and Rodri confirmed there are no hard feelings, describing Gavi as a competitive player. Spain continues to prepare for the tournament without major setbacks.
- •Rodri downplayed tension over Gavi's hard challenge in training.
- •The incident sparked brief injury fears for the Manchester City midfielder.
- •Gavi immediately apologized after realizing the impact of his tackle.
- •Spain's training session proceeded without significant disruption.
- •Rodri emphasized the importance of understanding training dynamics.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Rodri responds to Barcelona star Gavi’s training ground controversy
- 6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Rodri breaks silence on incident involving Barcelona star that sparked injury fears: ‘We know he is a hothead’
"Spain and Manchester City star Rodri has spoken publicly for the first time regarding the recent drama surrounding he and compatriot Gavi.This, for those who may have missed it, comes after a piece of...
"Spain’s preparations for the World Cup briefly took an uncomfortable turn after an intense training-ground challenge involving Barcelona midfielder Gavi and Manchester City star Rodri became one of ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 5:30 PMRodri responds to Barcelona star Gavi’s training ground controversy
Spain and Manchester City star Rodri has spoken publicly for the first time regarding the recent drama surrounding he and compatriot Gavi.This, for those who may have missed it, comes after a piece of...
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 6:40 AMRodri breaks silence on incident involving Barcelona star that sparked injury fears: ‘We know he is a hothead’
Spain’s preparations for the World Cup briefly took an uncomfortable turn after an intense training-ground challenge involving Barcelona midfielder Gavi and Manchester City star Rodri became one of ...
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