Sat May 03 19:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Barça’s Surprise Starter Suffers Early Injury in Valladolid Match
**VALLADOLID, SPAIN** – FC Barcelona’s surprising starting lineup against Real Valladolid ended abruptly when young winger Dani Rodríguez suffered a shoulder injury just 35 minutes into his debut. The 19-year-old, usually a left-winger but capable of playing on either flank or even in midfield, was given a rare start by manager Hansi Flick, who rested key players Lamine Yamal and Raphinha.
Rodríguez, who joined Barça from Real Sociedad in 2020, had a difficult season hampered by injuries. Despite his impressive performance with the U19 Spanish national team last summer, he’s only made 10 appearances for Barça B this season. His brief appearance tonight marked his first start for the senior team. He was replaced by Ansu Fati.
Flick’s bold tactical decision to field Rodríguez and Fati on the wings, alongside Pau Victor up front, ultimately proved short-lived due to the early injury. While the details of Rodríguez’s injury are still emerging, his early exit cast a shadow over an otherwise intriguing strategic choice by the Barcelona manager.
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