PSG's defensive linchpin faces an uncertain spell on the sidelines. Awaiting crucial exams, his absence casts a shadow over upcoming crucial fixtures.
Marquinhos, who started in PSG's 0-0 draw against Bilbao, is suffering from an adductor injury. He is scheduled to undergo examinations tomorrow to determine the severity of his injury."
During PSG’s 0-0 draw against Athletic Club on Wednesday evening, Marquinhos suffered a hard tackle to the sole of his boot. He stayed in until halftime before being replaced by Illia Zabarnyi. While it was initially thought his exit was due to the tackle, that is actually not the case. According to reports from L’Equipe, Le Parisien, and RMC Sport, the PSG captain is believed to be suffering from an adductor injury.
The Parisian daily newspaper indicates that PSG No. 5 only slipped when passing through the mixed zone, and that they will have to wait until Thursday to see how the pain develops. For its part, RMC Sport suggests that this muscle injury could lead to fears of an absence of several weeks. Marquinhos is scheduled to undergo examinations tomorrow to determine the severity of the Parisian captain's injury.
The captain of the Parisian squad has played an important role over the past few years, since his arrival in 2015 from AS Roma, helping in the team's construction and evolution.
This absence could affect the team both spiritually and on the field, as at the age of 31, he continues to demonstrate impressive quality and leadership, both for the Parisian club and the Brazilian national team.
Apparently, this is a good opportunity for the Ukrainian defender, Illia Zabarnyi, and for the Ecuadorian, William Pacho, to demonstrate their growing ability.
Finishing the Champions League group stage, the Parisian squad completed a great performance by finishing third in the Champions League table. This rest could help the Brazilian captain achieve a calm and pressure-free recovery.
The Parisian squad's next match will be on December 13 in the 16th round of Ligue 1 at the 'Stade Saint-Symphorien' stadium, against the Football Club de Metz squad.
Four days later, on December 17, they will play in the final of the FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2025. The match will be played at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Doha, Qatar. PSG qualified directly for the final by being the winner of the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League. Their opponent will be the winner of the Challenger Cup, which pits Pyramids FC (Egypt) against Flamengo (Brazil).
This will undoubtedly be a great test for the defensive line of the red-and-blue team following the loss of the captain, Marquinhos