Kvaratskhelia tears cruciate ligament at PSG

Paris St Germain received bad news after their 4-2 Champions League win over Barcelona. The club announced that Georgian winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will undergo knee surgery. The player is expected to miss most of the season.

The 25-year-old twisted his right knee in Tuesday's match. Unable to put weight on his foot, Kvaratskhelia was helped off the pitch as the 60th minute approached. Recovery from cruciate ligament injuries generally takes at least six months.

Last season, Kvaratskhelia scored 10 goals and made 6 assists as PSG retained their European title. With this performance he was among the 2026 Ballon d'Or candidates. PSG, who are aiming for a third consecutive title, are top of the league this season with three wins from three matches.

The match cost the Paris side other players as well. Ballon d'Or holder Ousmane Dembele came off in the 19th minute with a thigh injury. In defence, Marquinhos also went off with a similar problem. Dembele had started the season with 4 goals and 6 assists. The club announced that the two players will be undergoing treatment for the next few weeks.

Luis Enrique's side are second in Ligue 1. On Sunday, PSG will face leaders Olympique Lyonnais, who are ahead on goal difference.