Barcelona match postponed after death of team doctor

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Barcelona match postponed after death of team doctor

Barcelonas La Liga match against Osasuna on Saturday night has been postponed following the death of the Catalan clubs first-team doctor Carles Minarro Garcia.

The game was scheduled to start at 20:00 GMT but was called off around 20 minutes before kick-off.

"FC Barcelona is deeply saddened to announce the passing of first-team doctor Carles Minarro Garcia this evening," the club said in a statement.

"For this reason, the match between FC Barcelona and CA Osasuna has been postponed to a later date.

"The FC Barcelona board of directors and all staff extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time.

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