Barcelona midfielder Gavi expressed his excitement about returning to the pitch on Sunday, marking a significant milestone after undergoing surgery for a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament 11 months ago. The 20-year-old sustained the injury during Spain's Euro 2024 qualifying match against Georgia last year, which sidelined him for the remainder of the season and prevented him from participating in Spain's successful Euro campaign.
Gavi made his long-awaited comeback as a substitute in Barcelona's impressive 5-1 victory over Sevilla in LaLiga, receiving a heartfelt standing ovation from fans at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium. In an emotional interview with Movistar Plus, he shared his joy, stating, "I'm very happy to be back with the team. I've been dreaming about this moment for many months and I'm grateful to everyone because they've made it so much easier for me."
Reflecting on his time away from the game, Gavi admitted that the most challenging aspect of his recovery was watching his teammates compete from the sidelines. He remarked that being away from the field provided him with a different perspective, teaching him the importance of savoring every moment and valuing the sport he loves. "When you see all the fans and teammates over there and they show you that they love you and appreciate you, you feel very lucky," he added.
Barcelona currently leads the LaLiga standings with 27 points, holding a three-point advantage over second-placed Real Madrid and a seven-point lead over Atletico Madrid in third. The team is preparing for crucial upcoming matches, including a Champions League clash against Bayern Munich on Wednesday, followed by a highly anticipated LaLiga rivalry match against Real Madrid on Saturday.
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