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09-03-2025
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Barcelona players, Real Madrid lead tributes to Carles Miñarro García
On Saturday, Spanish football was rocked by the news that Barcelona doctor Carles Minarro Garcia had passed away hours before the match against Osasuna, which was postponed, at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys. Minarro, who was 40, was a much-loved figure at Barcelona, and that has been reflected in the tributes that have been paid in the hours after his death was confirmed. Difícil de creer y aceptar todo lo que ha pasado… Carles, muchas gracias por todo lo que me has ayudado, no solo este año, sino, a lo largo de toda mi carrera. Se te echará mucho de menos, y tu persona será siempre recordada en nuestros corazones, y en el de mi Doc — Dani Olmo (@daniolmo7) March 8, 2025 Dani Olmo was one of the first to pay tribute to Minarro Garcia, as he penned a heartfelt message on X. 'It's hard to believe and accept everything that has happened… Carles, thank you very much for everything you have helped me with, not only this year, but throughout my entire career. You will be greatly missed, and you will always be remembered in our hearts, and in the hearts of my family. RIP Doc.' Gavi, who was recently treated by Minarro Garcia after suffering a head knock in the victory over Alaves, was another to pay tribute to the doctor, as per MD. 'DEP, Doqui. Always in our hearts, we will miss you very much.' Another player that was notably treated by Minarro Garcia was Marc-Andre Ter Stegen, who suffered a serious knee injury against Villarreal last September. The German goalkeeper also paid tribute. 'I am at a loss for words… I send all my strength and support to your family and friends. Rest in peace. We will miss you very much and we will always carry you in our hearts, Carles.' Of the clubs that paid their condolences to Barcelona and Minarro Garcia's family were Real Madrid, who released a statement on Saturday night. 'Real Madrid, its president and its Board of Directors deeply regret the death of the doctor of FC Barcelona, Carles Miñarro García. Real Madrid would like to express its condolences and affection to all his family, his teammates, FC Barcelona and all his loved ones. Rest in peace.'
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08-03-2025
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Barcelona offered two options to reschedule Osasuna game
Barcelona may only have two options to reschedule their La Liga clash with Osasuna. La Blaugrana made a late announcement to postpone their clash with Osasuna on March 8 at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. The decision came following a tragic update from the club via confirmation of the sad news first team club doctor Carles Minarro Garcia had passed away suddenly with no further details at this stage. Further information is expected in the coming hours, but it is believed to have been a request made by the squad, as a mark of respect and gratitude to Minarro Garcia. The decision was accepted by the La Liga match delegate and Osasuna as part of a fast moving and emotional instance for all involved. Barcelona are not expected to request any change to their UEFA Champions League home tie with Benfica on March 11 with a 1-0 lead going into the second leg. However, the club will now need to speak with La Liga and Osasuna, to secure a new date within a tight end of season schedule. As per reports from Diario AS, there are only two fixture windows available, with the provision of Barcelona reaching the Copa del Rey and Champions League finals. If that is the case, Wednesday May 21 could be the only available date, due to the incoming international break blocking off the rest of March. As an alternative, if Barcelona are knocked out of the Champions League at the last 16 stage and do not reach the Copa del Rey final, April 26 could then open up. That would fall on the day of the Copa del Rey final and would allow adequate time in between possible Champions League quarter and semi finals. However, La Liga would need to be convinced over allowing a league game to clash with the final, particularly if it features a Madrid derby.
