Pedri, the 21-year-old FC Barcelona midfielder, has responded to Toni Kroos' apology after suffering an injury in Spain's Euros quarterfinal win over Germany.
What happened?
The incident occurred in the opening minutes of the match when Kroos charged into Pedri, sending him flying into the air.
Pedri landed awkwardly on his left knee, which resulted in an internal ligament sprain, as reported by the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF).
Why it matters for Pedri
The injury has brought Pedri's involvement in the Euros to an abrupt end, and he will play no further part in the competition.
Pedri was replaced by goalscorer Dani Olmo, and Spain went on to win the match 2-1 in extra time.
What comes next?
Toni Kroos apologized to Pedri on Instagram, saying "Logically it wasn't my intention to hurt you" and wishing him a speedy recovery.
Pedri responded on Instagram, thanking Kroos for his message and vowing to continue supporting the Spanish football team.
And despite his injury, Pedri remains optimistic, saying "the dream, do not doubt it, continues".
Pedri's road to recovery has begun, and he hopes to be at full strength with Barcelona soon.
The Spanish football team will face Kylian Mbappe's France in the semifinals on Tuesday.
So Pedri's focus will be on supporting his teammates and recovering from his injury.
But for now, Pedri is grateful for the support of his fans and the Spanish football team.
Pedri's injury is a significant blow to Spain's chances in the Euros, but he remains committed to the team.
The incident has sparked a lot of debate, with many fans discussing the severity of Kroos' tackle.
As reported on July 7, 2024, Pedri's injury has been confirmed as an internal ligament sprain.