Injury Blow for Barcelona as Pedri Suffers Hamstring TearInjury Blow for Barcelona as Pedri Suffers Hamstring Tear Barcelona has been dealt a major blow as promising midfielder Pedri has suffered a hamstring tear. The 19-year-old sustained the injury during the team’s 4-2 victory over Manchester United in the first leg of their Europa League knockout round play-off on Thursday. Initial tests have revealed a tear in Pedri’s left hamstring, which is expected to sideline him for several weeks. The exact recovery time will depend on the severity of the injury, but it is likely that he will miss a number of crucial fixtures. Pedri’s absence is a significant setback for Barcelona, who have relied heavily on the young star this season. The attacking midfielder has made 29 appearances in all competitions, contributing two goals and six assists. He has played a key role in Barcelona’s recent resurgence under manager Xavi Hernandez. His technical ability, vision, and passing range have helped the team control games and create scoring opportunities. Pedri’s injury comes at a crucial time for Barcelona, with the team facing a packed schedule in the coming weeks. They have La Liga fixtures against Sevilla and Getafe, as well as the second leg of their Europa League tie against Manchester United on February 23. Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez expressed his disappointment at the news of Pedri’s injury. “It’s a shame for us and for him,” he said. “He’s a very important player for us, and we’re going to miss him.” Pedri’s injury is also a blow to the Spanish national team, who are preparing for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. The midfielder has established himself as a regular in the Spain squad and was expected to be a key player in Qatar later this year.
