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The Digest:

In a significant setback for their European campaign, Barcelona will face Paris Saint-Germain without key players Raphinha and goalkeeper Joan Garcia after both sustained injuries in their La Liga victory over Real Oviedo. The timing reveals the fragile balance between domestic success and continental ambitions as the Spanish champions navigate a packed fixture list.

Key Points:
  • Raphinha ruled out for three weeks with a hamstring injury sustained against Oviedo
  • Goalkeeper Joan Garcia faces 4-6 weeks out with a meniscus injury in the left knee
  • Both players will miss a crucial Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain
  • Veteran Wojciech Szczesny is set to replace Garcia, with Ter Stegen also injured
  • Raphinha targeting return for El Clásico against Real Madrid on October 26
  • Positive news as teenage star Lamine Yamal returns from groin injury
  • Barcelona trails La Liga leaders Real Madrid by two points after six games
These injuries test Barcelona's squad depth at a critical juncture, potentially reshaping their approach to both domestic and European competitions during the coming month.

Rooted in the Storm.

Sources: AFP