Barcelona vs. Osasuna match suspended due to the passing of a club medical staff member.

FC Barcelona’s La Liga match against CA Osasuna, scheduled for March 8, 2025, at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, was suspended due to the sudden passing of Carles Miñarro García, the club’s first-team doctor. The unexpected incident occurred shortly before kickoff, prompting an emotional response from both teams and the fans. The tragic news was shared over the stadium’s public address system, and the crowd responded with a standing ovation in honor of Miñarro’s contribution to the club. Barcelona’s president, Joan Laporta, personally informed the players and staff before the official announcement was made, leading to the game’s indefinite postponement.

Both FC Barcelona and CA Osasuna released statements expressing their condolences, while LaLiga also acknowledged the loss and confirmed that the match would be rescheduled at a later date. Osasuna’s players, who were warming up when the news broke, immediately returned to their locker room, showing respect for the situation. The football community has since been mourning the passing of Miñarro, who had been with the club since 2017. Before joining Barcelona, he worked as an adjunct physician at the Centre d'Alt Rendiment de Sant Cugat and was head of medical services at Centre d'Esports Sabadell, earning a strong reputation in sports medicine.

Miñarro’s passing at the age of 40 has deeply affected the club and its supporters, as well as the broader football world. His dedication to player welfare and medical excellence made him a valued member of the Barcelona staff. The club is expected to organize a tribute in his honor, while fans and colleagues continue to pay their respects. The rescheduling of the match will be announced in due course, but for now, the focus remains on remembering Miñarro’s legacy and offering support to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.