Published 17:21 IST, September 16th 2024
Big Blow To Barcelona As Dani Olmo Sidelined For 4-5 Weeks Due To Hamstring Injury
Barcelona have suffered a massive blow as star player Dani Olmo has been ruled out for 4-5 weeks following a hamstring injury.
Barcelona have started the new La Liga season on a high under their new coach Hansi Flick. They have played 5 matches so far in the La Liga and have ended up winning all 5 of them. Barcelona currently sit at the top of the La Liga table with 15 points. Barcelona currently lead rivals Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid by 4 points as both clubs from Madrid are currently tied at 11 points. Yesterday, Barcelona defeated Girona by a score of 4-1 thanks to a Lamine Yamal brace and goals from Dani Olmo and Pedri.
There is some bad news for Barcelona as midfielder Dani Olmo will be sidelined with injury for the next 4-5 months.
Dani Olmo Out Due To Hamstring Injury
Barcelona got some bad news a day after extending its perfect start to the season, with winger Dani Olmo being diagnosed with a leg injury that will sideline him for four to five weeks.
The club said tests conducted Monday showed he sustained a right hamstring injury in the second half of the 4-1 win at Catalan rival Girona in the Spanish league on Sunday.
Had To Leave The Pitch Mid-Game
Olmo had to be replaced in the 61st minute, less than 15 minutes after he had scored the team's third goal in the match.
The Spain international was signed from Leipzig this season and had been a crucial piece for coach Hansi Flick in the team's perfect start.
Barcelona has won its first five games in the Spanish league, which it leads by four points ahead of Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid and Villarreal.
(With AP Inputs)
Updated 17:21 IST, September 16th 2024