PSG lose Kvaratskhelia, Dembélé, Marquinhos to injuries after Champions League win
Three PSG players sidelined after ACL and thigh injuries in 4-2 win over Barcelona.
Key facts
- Khvicha Kvaratskhelia sustained an anterior cruciate ligament tear in his right knee.
- Ousmane Dembélé sustained a thigh muscle injury.
- Marquinhos sustained a thigh muscle injury.
- Kvaratskhelia will undergo surgery in the coming days.
- Dembélé and Marquinhos will receive treatment for several weeks.
Paris Saint‑Germain won 4-2 against Barcelona in the Champions League on Tuesday, according to Al Jazeera and The Guardian.
During the match, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia twisted his right knee and was helped off the pitch before the hour, according to both outlets.
Al Jazeera said Kvaratskhelia will undergo surgery in the coming days, while The Guardian noted the injury is an ACL rupture that typically requires at least six months of recovery.
Ousmane Dembélé and Marquinhos were substituted with thigh muscle injuries, according to Al Jazeera and The Guardian, and both will receive treatment for several weeks.
Al Jazeera added that PSG will host Lyon in Ligue 1 on Sunday, with both sides level on points at the top of the standings.
Context
Paris Saint‑Germain are the defending Champions League champions. The injuries occurred during the 4‑2 win over Barcelona, a match that was part of the group stage of the competition.
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