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Gavi Opens Up on Injury Battle After Barcelona's 7-2 Win Over Racing Santander

FC Barcelona midfielder Gavi shared his thoughts following his comeback from injury in a commanding 7-2 La Liga win against Racing Santander at Camp Nou. The Spain international praised the team's sharpness in front of goal and their strong start to the season.

Barcelona's Unstoppable Start

After recovering from a recent injury, Gavi was part of a dominant Barcelona side that overwhelmed Racing Santander. The highlight came from a hat-trick by Raphinha, supported by goals from João Cancelo, Gabriel Jesus, Lamine Yamal, and an own goal by the opposition.

This victory helped the Catalan giants keep a perfect record across all competitions with seven straight wins to open the season. In La Liga alone, they lead the table unbeaten after six matches, scoring 33 goals in total.

Gavi Highlights Early Impact and Team Spirit

Coming on late in the game, Gavi stressed how crucial it is for the team to capitalize quickly on chances. He believes this aggressive approach early in games has made Barcelona a tough side to beat.

"The truth is, we’re doing very well," said Gavi. "We score goals very quickly, and if we get two or three chances, they go in. Maintaining this rhythm is what’s important because the season is very long."

Reflecting on His Injury Journey

The young midfielder from La Masia admitted the road back hasn't been easy. Battling serious knee injuries in recent years has tested him physically and mentally.

"These past few years have been difficult for me because I’ve had some very serious injuries," Gavi revealed. "Not everyone comes back to playing at this level like I have. It’s very difficult when you have knee injuries, but I’ve played important matches with the manager."

Barcelona Eyes Set on Continuing Success

With Gavi back in action, Barcelona looks to maintain their unbeaten run and continue setting records. Their focus remains on extending their lead atop La Liga while competing fiercely in all tournaments.

The squad faces a packed schedule, and Gavi’s return adds valuable strength to their midfield as they push for more trophies.

  • Match: Barcelona 7 - 2 Racing Santander
  • Goal Scorers: Raphinha (hat-trick), João Cancelo, Gabriel Jesus, Lamine Yamal, own goal
  • La Liga Record: 6 wins from 6 matches
  • Total Goals Scored: 33
  • Date: 17 September 2026

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