Gavi makes honest injury admission after Barcelona hit seven
Barcelona midfielder Gavi reflected on his return to peak fitness following a long injury layoff during the 7-2 win against Racing Santander.
Midfielder Gavi made his long-awaited return to the pitch as Barcelona secured a dominant 7-2 victory over Racing Santander at Camp Nou. Amidst challenging conditions, the Catalan side maintained their perfect form, winning all seven opening fixtures of the campaign.
For the 22-year-old, the match represented a significant personal milestone following a difficult period sidelined by severe knee injuries. He emphasized the immense physical and mental effort required to return to the top level of professional football.
Not everyone comes back to playing at this level like I have. It's very difficult when you have knee injuries, but I've played important matches with the manager. Gavi
Looking at the wider squad, Gavi praised their clinical edge in front of goal, which has seen them score 33 goals in just six league games. He stressed that maintaining this intensity remains the priority, given the length of the season ahead. His return provides vital depth for the squad as they navigate a demanding fixture schedule.
With Barcelona sitting firmly at the top of the La Liga table, the team is now focused on sustaining their historic momentum to challenge for silverware on all fronts.