The midfielder starred in a curious and dangerous action with Dani García
Gavi returned to San Mamés after serving a one-match ban last week
That Gavi is all pride, struggle and dedication is already known to all. But even knowing it, the Los Palacios midfielder never ceases to surprise. He showed his character in an action, in the middle of the first half, very significant.
It was a play that took place in the center of the field. The ball was low and to intercept it and not take it away from the Athletic Club midfielder, Dani García, Gavi could not think of anything else but to throw himself to the ground head first. Like in a pool, but without water, of course.
Dani García did not give credit
Gavi was sliding on the grass and achieved his purpose, when he cleared the ball with his head almost at ground level. It was by a hair that Dani García did not hit him on the head. The rojiblanco seemed not to believe what his eyes were seeing.
The match official, Gil Manzano, pointed out the youth player’s foul, when playing a dangerous game, and Gavi protested vehemently.
Rival fans take it with Gavi
It’s no more than an anecdote, but it undoubtedly reflects the courage of this footballer who, let’s not forget, is only 18 years old and because he is what he is, he has earned the affection of all Barcelona fans. The same cannot be said of the rivals, in San Mamés unpleasant chants towards the Catalan were also heard in some sectors, very vehement in their actions and also in the claims.
Gavi returned to Barça’s starting eleven after serving a one-match ban in the 1-0 victory over Valencia last day.