"Hansi Flick took a measured decision of resting Pedri Gonzalez from the starting lineup in Barcelona's game against Espanyol last night, citing that the schedule ahead is ruthless. The Canary Islander, after all, will be crucial in the Spanish Super Cup coming up and the upcoming UEFA Champions League games which are all virtually must-wins to stand a chance of direct knockout qualification."
"Pedri, thus, eventually came on only in the 64th minute and the manager saw it to be the right way of balancing his minutes and handing him time to ease back into the dynamics. Unfortunately, however, he suffered a heavy blow when taken down in the Espanyol box in the 71st minute, and the medical staff were immediately called on to attend to what looked like a gruesome injury."
"Much to Barcelona and Hansi Flick's relief, Pedri soon got up and continued playing on the night and even dictating the play like he always does. As relayed by Adria Albets in a recent update, Pedri does not seem to have suffered any injury or discomfort. He even walked past the journalists after the blow and did not have any limp to suggest a reason for concern."
Flick rested Pedri from the starting lineup to manage a ruthless upcoming schedule. Pedri entered as a substitute in the 64th minute to ease back into match rhythm. He was taken down in the Espanyol box in the 71st minute, prompting medical attention for what looked like a serious injury. Pedri soon stood up, continued playing for about 20 minutes, and continued to dictate play. He showed no visible limp or discomfort while walking past journalists after the incident. Pedri remains expected to be available and vital for the Spanish Super Cup semifinal and potential final.
Read at Barca Universal
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