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2 months ago

MARC-ANDRE TER STEGEN ISSUES STATEMENT FOLLOWING SEASON-ENDING KNEE INJURY

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Barcelona have been rocked by news that Marc-Andre Ter Stegen will almost certainly miss the remainder of the season, having suffered a serious knee injury during Sunday’s victory over Villarreal at La Ceramica.

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It means that the Catalans will be without their captain and first-choice goalkeeper until next season, which is a major blow. On the back of the injury, Barcelona are already working on signing a replacement that would compete with Inaki Pena, who is set to inherit the starting spot for the remainder of the campaign.

While this is ongoing, Ter Stegen has spoken out for the first time since suffering the injury. He thanked everyone for their support, and this included singling out those that were in attendance at La Ceramica.

“I feel truly grateful to all the Barça fans, teammates, rivals, clubs and friends for the support and love you’ve shown me since Sunday. I want to thank the Villarreal supporters for their respect displayed in the stadium, it means a lot to me. I feel positive and strong, now I focus on my recovery. Thank you!”

Ter Stegen’s absence is a big blow for Barcelona. Despite the criticism that has come the German stopper’s way in the last 12 months, he is still one of the club’s most important players, of that there is no doubt.



Football España on CNN as Carlo Ancelotti brings up 300 and Barcelona start season on fire


With Real Madrid looking to settle into a rhythm with their star-studded attacking options, and Barcelona starting their season on fire in La Liga, Football España joined CNN World Sport to discuss the opening act of La Liga, with the Madrid derby on the horizon.

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Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti described it as ‘almost a miracle’ that he was to take charge of his 300th game in charge of Los Blancos on Tuesday night against Alaves. Pressure is never far away from the Santiago Bernabeu though, and while they enjoyed themselves on Saturday night against Espanyol, it’s been a more gentle start to the Kylian Mbappe era than many expected, the causes of which are discussed.

Meanwhile in Barcelona, only the injuries are dampening their start domestically under Hansi Flick, which contains a 100% record. The Blaugrana will have to overcome what could be a season-ending injury to captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen though.

Los Blancos are in action at 21:00 CEST on Tuesday night against Alaves at home, while Barcelona host Getafe at the same time on Wednesday.

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