FC Barcelona is set to face a significant challenge as midfielder Marc Casado is likely to miss the remainder of the season due to a serious knee ligament injury.
The club confirmed Casado’s injury following their impressive 4-2 victory against Atletico Madrid, where he was forced off the pitch in the 67th minute. His absence could impact Barcelona’s ambitions in both the Champions League and the Copa del Rey.
Casado was replaced by Eric Garcia during the match, and on Monday morning, the Spanish Football Federation announced that Casado had officially withdrawn from Spain’s national team squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League quarter-final against the Netherlands. This withdrawal underscores the severity of his injury and the long road to recovery ahead.
Later that day, FC Barcelona released an official medical report detailing Casado’s condition. According to the club, Casado has sustained an injury to a ligament in his right knee. The statement also mentioned that Casado will undergo further medical examinations to determine the full extent of the damage and the appropriate course of treatment.
Given the nature of ligament injuries, it is highly unlikely that Casado will return to action within the next two months. This effectively rules him out for the remainder of the season, a major blow for both the player and the team. Barcelona is still actively competing on multiple fronts, including the Champions League and the Copa del Rey, making Casado’s absence even more challenging for the squad.
Casado’s injury comes at a crucial time when Barcelona needs all its key players fit for the decisive phase of the season. His contributions in midfield have been invaluable, and his absence will force manager Xavi Hernandez to make tactical adjustments. As Casado begins his rehabilitation process, Barcelona fans will be hoping for a smooth recovery and his return to the squad for the next campaign.
With Casado sidelined, Barcelona must now find a way to maintain momentum in their pursuit of silverware, proving their resilience despite this unfortunate setback.