FC Barcelona is gearing up for an exciting derby against Espanyol in matchday 36 of LaLiga, and the latest training session has left a scare that has set off alarms within the club. Pau Cubarsí, one of the young talents from the culé academy, became the center of attention after an incident during a small-sided game.
In the early moments of the training, the central defender suffered a mishap while colliding with Robert Lewandowski. The Polish striker, in his eagerness to receive the ball, caused a bad twist in Cubarsí's knee, leaving him on the ground while his teammates expressed concern for his condition.
However, after a few moments of uncertainty, the young defender got up and tested himself, showing apparent normalcy. This incident occurred during the first 15 minutes of the session, a time when the media were present but had to leave the field according to established protocol.
In the small-sided game, Cubarsí was part of a starting eleven that included notable figures such as Ter Stegen, Eric, Christensen, Gerard Martín, De Jong, Pedri, Olmo, Lamine, Raphinha, and Ferran. The lineup reflects coach Hansi Flick's confidence in the club's young talents, although the absence of Iñigo Martínez due to physical issues may force the coach to rethink his defensive strategy.
FC Barcelona, aiming to secure its position in the standings, cannot afford any more setbacks. Cubarsí's situation will be evaluated in the coming hours, and a medical report is expected to confirm whether the scare is just a minor injury or something more serious. The culé fans breathe a sigh of relief seeing the player get up, but uncertainty remains.
With the derby on the horizon, all eyes will be on Cubarsí's recovery and how Hansi Flick decides to configure his defense against a rival that always presents a challenge. Fans hope the young central defender will be available to contribute in this important match, where every point counts in the title race.