Gabri Veiga already has Marítimo on his mind, cuts short ‘mini-break’ | OneFootball

Sunday’s match against Benfica brought mixed emotions for Gabri Veiga.

The Spanish midfielder started the game and opened the scoring at the Dragão, helping the national champions secure the win. Shortly after the goal, however, he had to be substituted due to discomfort in his right thigh, leaving the pitch visibly emotional and in tears.

This Monday, medical tests ruled out the possibility of a muscle tear. Gabri Veiga suffered a strain and is expected, in principle, to recover in time for the away match against Marítimo, scheduled for October 10, after the international break.

According to A BOLA, the player intends to return to work earlier to ensure a full recovery before the trip to Barreiros. As such, he is expected to forgo part of the extended time off granted by Francesco Farioli to the FC Porto squad, who are due back at Olival next Monday.

The 24-year-old Spanish midfielder will continue working at the CTFD Jorge Costa facilities over the coming days, just like the players currently on the injury list: João Costa, Nehuén Pérez, Zaidu, Seko Fofana, Vasco Sousa and André Miranda.

In the aftermath of the win over Benfica, Francesco Farioli explained Gabri Veiga’s substitution. «In recent days, Gabri had some issues, he wasn’t at 100%. Last night [Saturday], our physiotherapist was at his house until midnight trying to get him ready,» the Italian coach explained. To be able to play in the clássico, the midfielder gave up several hours of rest.

After the scare in the clássico, Gabri Veiga once again shows his commitment to FC Porto: the Spaniard will not have a mini-break

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