PSG winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia suffers ACL rupture, surgery announced

Kvaratskhelia ACL Rupture Surgery

PSG star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia tore his ACL in a 4‑2 win over Barcelona, forcing surgery in the coming days. The 25‑year‑old, named Champions League best player last season, will miss PSG's December 8 Champions League match against Aston Villa. He is also a 2026 Ballon d'Or nominee after helping PSG win back‑to‑back Champions League titles and Ligue 1 crown. Alongside him, Ousmane Dembele and captain Marquinhos also suffered thigh injuries and will be out for several weeks. Kvaratskhelia landed awkwardly after sprinting back to tackle Xavi Espart early in the second half, clutching his knee in pain. He was replaced at the hour mark as PSG celebrated a third straight Champions League win. PSG said, “Kvaratskhelia will undergo surgery in the coming days.”