Ligue 11 hour ago1 min read

Luis Enrique Confident Kvaratskhelia Will Return Stronger After ACL Injury

PSG winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is out for the season with an ACL injury, but Luis Enrique insists he will recover well.

The Shujaa deskKenyaPredictions

Season over for key winger

Paris Saint Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will miss the remainder of the season after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury. The 25 year old suffered the damage during PSG's 4-2 victory over Barcelona.

The Georgian international has been a major figure for the French side over recent years. He helped guide the club to back to back Champions League titles and his absence will be a huge test for Les Parisiens going forward.

Luis Enrique backs Kvaratskhelia

Manager Luis Enrique admitted that the club feared the worst immediately after the match. Even so, he urged everyone to look for the positives and stay supportive during a difficult time for the winger.

Enrique described Kvaratskhelia as a fighter who will continue to be a very important player for the team. He stressed that players competing at the top level for a decade or more will inevitably face injuries. He added that PSG will not rush into the market for a new signing because the squad can handle injuries.

Focus turns to Lyon match

PSG are preparing to host Paulo Fonseca's Olympique Lyonnais at the Parc des Princes on Monday. The team is chasing a fifth straight victory as they try to move up the league table.

Lyon beat PSG 2-1 in April during their last meeting at the Parc des Princes. Enrique mentioned that previous defeat gives his side extra motivation. Three or four weeks ago PSG were well behind the league leaders, but they now have an opportunity to move to the top spot.

Predictions for these teams

Read next

Good to know: We are not paid for any link on this page.

Be the first to comment

Tell us who you think wins and why. Keep it friendly. Links are removed on their own.

900 characters left

    Note: comments are the writer own opinion, not ours, and never a tip from us.

    18+Read this before you bet

    • There are no sure bets. Every tip on this page is a chance worked out from data about the next game. A tip at 70 percent still loses about three times in ten. Anyone selling a sure bet or a fixed match is lying.
    • Betting is not income. Never bet to pay rent, school fees or a loan, and never borrow to bet, including from mobile loan apps.
    • 18 and over only. Betting under 18 is illegal in Kenya.
    • Use licensed bookmakers. Only bet with operators licensed by the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Kenya. Prices here can change before you bet, so check them first.
    • Gambling can be addictive. If it stops being fun, stop. Read our responsible betting page or visit Responsible Gaming Federation of Kenya.

    Good to know: We are not a bookmaker and we do not take bets. Full details are in our disclaimer.

    More from the desk

    All news