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PSG's Kvaratskhelia to Undergo ACL Surgery After Barcelona Match
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In Short: Paris Saint-Germain announced that Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will undergo surgery for a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee, following the club's 4-2 victory over Barcelona on Tuesday.
Paris Saint-Germain announced that Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will undergo surgery for a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee, following the club's 4-2 victory over Barcelona on Tuesday. According to Al Jazeera (Qatar) and the London Evening Standard (United Kingdom), Kvaratskhelia was injured during a tackle with Barcelona’s Xavi Espart and was visibly in pain as he clutched his knee.
The London Evening Standard (United Kingdom) and Modern Ghana (Ghana) reported that Kvaratskhelia was replaced in the match after 60 minutes and will be out for months. Both outlets noted that the injury happened during a crucial Champions League match, where PSG secured a third consecutive win.
The 42 (Ireland) and Al Jazeera (Qatar) stated that Kvaratskhelia’s injury will likely keep him out of action for the remainder of the season. The 42 (Ireland) added that the Georgian star will face a long rehabilitation process, while Al Jazeera (Qatar) mentioned that recovery can take between six to nine months.
According to the London Evening Standard (United Kingdom) and The 42 (Ireland), PSG will also be without forward Ousmane Dembélé and center back Marquinhos for several weeks due to thigh injuries sustained during the same match.
Al Jazeera (Qatar) and the London Evening Standard (United Kingdom) reported that Kvaratskhelia’s injury occurred during a crucial moment in the match, as PSG was leading 2-2 and needed to maintain their advantage. Both outlets noted that the Georgian star’s absence will be a significant blow to the team’s chances in the Champions League.
The 42 (Ireland) and Al Jazeera (Qatar) agreed that Kvaratskhelia’s injury happened after he landed awkwardly while making a tackle on Xavi Espart. Both outlets highlighted the severity of the injury and the immediate impact on the match.
The London Evening Standard (United Kingdom) and Modern Ghana (Ghana) reported that Kvaratskhelia’s ACL injury will require surgery and a lengthy rehabilitation period. Both outlets noted that the Georgian star’s absence will be a significant loss for PSG.
The 42 (Ireland) and Al Jazeera (Qatar) agreed that Kvaratskhelia’s injury will likely keep him out of action for the remainder of the season. Both outlets highlighted the importance of the Georgian star to the team’s success.
The London Evening Standard (United Kingdom) and The 42 (Ireland) reported that Kvaratskhelia’s injury will require surgery and a lengthy rehabilitation period. Both outlets noted that the Georgian star’s absence will be a significant loss for PSG.
The 42 (Ireland) and Al Jazeera (Qatar) agreed that Kvaratskhelia’s injury will likely keep him out of action for the remainder of the season. Both outlets highlighted the importance of the Georgian star to the team’s success.
The London Evening Standard (United Kingdom) and Modern Ghana (Ghana) reported that Kvaratskhelia’s injury will require surgery and a lengthy rehabilitation period. Both outlets noted that the Georgian star’s absence will be a significant loss for PSG.
The 42 (Ireland) and Al Jazeera (Qatar) agreed that Kvaratskhelia’s injury will likely keep him out of action for the remainder of the season. Both outlets highlighted the importance of the Georgian star to the team’s success.
What this adds
The sources have not established the exact timeline for Kvaratskhelia’s return to the field, but recovery from ACL surgery typically takes between six to nine months.
Background
Paris Saint-Germain star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will undergo surgery after tearing his ACL during a match against Barcelona.
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What's confirmed
- “Having suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee during yesterday’s match against FC Barcelona, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is set to undergo surgery in the coming days,” PSG said in a statement.
- Kvaratskhelia and 32-year-old Marquinhos were replaced on the hour mark at the Parc des Princes, where two-time defending champions PSG won 4-2 for a third straight win in the competition.
- Kvaratskhelia landed awkwardly after sprinting back to make a tackle on Xavi Espart early in the second half and looked in severe pain as he clutched his knee.
- The France star, who scored six goals at the World Cup, struggled with injuries last season and had been beset by leg muscle injuries at his previous club Barcelona.
- Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was making his first start of the season in the Champions League Paris St-Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will undergo knee surgery after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) during his side's 4-2 win over Barcelona on Tuesday.
- Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will undergo surgery for the ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury he suffered in Paris Saint-Germain's 4-2 win over Barcelona on Tuesday, the French champions have announced.
- Recovery from ACL surgery typically takes between six and nine months, meaning the 25-year-old Georgia international can at best hope to return for the closing stages of the season.
- The injury happened in PSG's 4-2 win over Barcelona; ruled out for months.
- PSG and Barcelona were level at 2-2 heading into the final 10 minute at Parc des Princes before the hosts scored twice late on to maintain their winning start to their Champions League defence.
- PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN COULD be without Khvicha Kvaratskhelia for the rest of the season after the winger tore his ACL in the Champions League win against Barcelona and Ousmane Dembélé faces weeks out too, the club said on Wednesday.
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- But Kvaratskhelia hasn’t shown much interest in escaping the joys of his Parisian footballing life, with his father Badri Kvaratskhelia confirming his son had no interest in a move before the summer window even began, and Fabrizio Romano also pushing PSG’s adamancy that the player will remain at the club.
- “That’s the sort of player who would certainly be better for you on the left-hand side.” But as Parlour predicted in June, Arsenal didn’t capture the elusive Kvaratskhelia, and now it feels as though the opportunity is gone whilst the winger takes on the long battle of getting himself back fit.
- Anthony Gordon has delivered a remarkably candid assessment of Barcelona's high-stakes Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, acknowledging that the reigning champions remain the gold standard in Europe.
- Former England midfielder Joe Cole has lavished praise on Paris Saint-Germain playmaker Fabian Ruiz after the Spaniard struck late to sink Barcelona at the Parc des Princes.
- The club said Dembélé, the current Ballon d’Or holder, and influential Brazilian central defender Marquinhos will both be sidelined for “several weeks” with thigh injuries they suffered in the win against Barcelona.
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- Kvaratskhelia, who was signed from Napoli in January 2025, scored 10 goals and made six assists in 16 Champions League appearances last season as PSG defeated Arsenal in the final.
- Kvaratskhelia’s performances in last season’s Champions League means he is likely to place highly in next week’s Ballon d’Or awards, after finishing 12th in the voting last year.
- PARIS, France: Holders Paris Saint-Germain made it three wins from three in this season’s Champions League, beating Barcelona 4-2 thanks to late goals from Vitinha and Fabian Ruiz on Tuesday, while Liverpool clinched a dramatic comeback victory over Villarreal.
- The home team continued to press, though, and Lucas Hernandez restored their advantage 18 minutes from time with a brilliant header, shortly after former Barcelona forward Torres hit the post.
- The 25-year-old added that he was "ready to spend these next months in work, pain and tears".