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PSG’s Kvaratskhelia set for surgery after ACL rupture in win over Barca

Paris Saint-Germain winger Kvicha Kvaratskhelia is set to have surgery after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), the French club have confirmed.

By Laura Hunter · Sky Sports

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 9:55 AM

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Khvicha Kvaratskhelia faces surgery and a long-term layoff after rupturing his ACL against Barcelona.
Paris Saint-Germain defeated Barcelona 4-2 in Tuesday's Champions League match.
PSG teammates Ousmane Dembele and Marquinhos both suffered thigh injuries during the match.

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Paris Saint-Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is set to undergo surgery after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament during Tuesday's 4-2 Champions League victory against Barcelona. The French club confirmed the 25-year-old Georgian international will have an operation in the coming days, facing a lengthy lay-off that puts the remainder of his season in serious doubt.

PSG also suffered setbacks with Ousmane Dembele and captain Marquinhos sustaining thigh injuries that will sideline them for several weeks. Meanwhile, Barcelona lodged a formal complaint to UEFA over a controversial chainsaw-themed banner displayed by PSG supporters during the match.

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PSG’s Kvaratskhelia set for surgery after ACL rupture in win over Barca

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