Barcelona’s star forward, Alexia Putellas, is facing a three-week absence from the pitch due to an injury affecting the triceps suralis in her right leg. The 30-year-old has made a significant impact this season, netting eight goals and providing five assists across ten Liga F matches.
During her time off, Putellas will miss crucial Liga F games against UD Tenerife on November 24, Real Betis on December 7, and Valencia CF on December 15. Additionally, she will not participate in the Champions League match against Hammarby scheduled for December 12. The availability of Putellas for the anticipated game against Manchester City on December 18 remains uncertain.
Putellas’ injury is particularly disappointing, considering her inspiring comeback this season after a serious anterior cruciate ligament injury previously sidelined her for nine months in 2022. In an interview earlier this week, she expressed her joy in playing, indicating that she was in a positive state both physically and mentally.
Her recent accomplishments include celebrating her 200th goal for FC Barcelona during a 4-1 Champions League victory over St. Pölten on November 21. With this milestone, Putellas has solidified her standing as one of the club’s all-time greats, ranking third in goals scored overall, behind legends Lionel Messi and César Rodríguez.
Despite these challenges, Putellas’ resilience and determination present a hopeful narrative. Her powerful presence will be missed in upcoming matches, but her past achievements and strong comeback spirit suggest that she will return even stronger when fully healed.
As fans rally behind her, the team is likely to pull together in her absence, demonstrating the bond and strength that characterize FC Barcelona’s women’s squad.