Injury strikes Xavi Espart against Real Madrid

Xavi Espart suffered a physical issue during FC Barcelona's clash with Real Madrid in the Spanish league clásico, forcing coach Hans Flick to make an early substitution in the Catalan side.

Xavi Espart has fallen to the ground in the 29th minute, prompting the medical staff to intervene and provide treatment, amid indications that he may not be able to continue the match.

Flick decided to substitute full-back Alejandro Balde for Espart, who left the pitch in the 30th minute, in an enforced change during the match.

The El Clásico match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid is still in the first half, with the score currently tied at 0-0.