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Pedri's Injury Absence Tests Barcelona and Spain's Depth
5 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Pedri's injury leaves Barcelona and Spain without their star midfielder
- Coaches Hansi Flick and Luis De La Fuente must adapt without Pedri
- Pedri's absence has a significant impact on possession and results
As of November 5th, 2025, Barcelona and Spain are facing a significant challenge with the injury absence of their star midfielder, Pedri. The 22-year-old Canary Islander has been a revelation this season, dictating play and driving his teams to success. However, his recent thigh injury could not have come at a worse time for both Barcelona and the Spanish national team.
For Barcelona, Pedri's absence means they will have to navigate a crucial stretch of matches, including games against Celta Vigo, Real Betis, Club Brugge, and FIFA Club World Cup champions Chelsea, without their best player. The team's possession and control have been heavily dependent on Pedri, as evidenced by their drop in possession when he missed the recent match against Elche.
