Why is Gavi not playing for Spain vs France in Euro 2024 semifinals?

Spain‘s upcoming clash with Mbappe’s France promises an electrifying Euro 2024 semifinal showdown, but the Spanish squad will be without the dynamic presence of Gavi for this pivotal matchup. The young midfielder’s absence is a significant blow for Spain, and fans are eager to understand the reasons behind this crucial development.

Spain edged past Germany in a grueling quarter-final match, ousting the host nation and solidifying their status as title favorites. The victory over Toni Kroos‘ squad showcased Spain’s resilience and skill, but a tougher test awaits: a showdown with Kylian Mbappe‘s France.

Amidst the excitement, fans are baffled by the absence of a rising Spanish star. The talented Barcelona player, surprisingly, won’t feature in the starting lineup or even on the bench for this critical clash.

Gavi out of the semifinal match against French

Gavi’s absence from the Spanish squad against Kylian Mbappe’s France isn’t due to his performance but stems from an incident several months ago. In November 2023, Gavi suffered a complete rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee.

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This injure sideline him for the entire season with Barcelona and ruling him out of Euro 2024. That means he won’t be available for Spain’s clash against France, nor for a potential final against the Netherlands or England.