The LaLiga match scheduled for Saturday between FC Barcelona and Osasuna was delayed a mere 15 minutes prior to the planned kickoff due to the unfortunate passing of Carles Miñarro García, a member of Barcelona's medical staff. Both clubs released statements acknowledging Miñarro's death.

Barcelona's official statement:

FC Barcelona expresses profound sorrow at the news of the passing of first-team doctor Carles Miñarro García this evening.

Consequently, the match scheduled between FC Barcelona and CA Osasuna has been postponed to a future date.

The Board of Directors and all personnel at FC Barcelona extend their deepest sympathies to his family and friends during this challenging period.

Osasuna's official statement -

Club Atlético Osasuna extends its heartfelt condolences to the family of Dr. Carles Miñarro Garcia. We also wish to offer our support to the staff and fans of FC Barcelona during this challenging period. May he rest in peace. Goian bego.

LaLiga's statement on Miñarro's passing -

LaLiga expresses its sorrow over the passing of Dr. Carles Miñarro, the first-team doctor for FC Barcelona. Consequently, today's match between FC Barcelona and Osasuna has been postponed, awaiting the ruling of the single judge of Competitions. LaLiga extends its heartfelt condolences to Dr. Miñarro's family, friends, the club, and its supporters, sharing in their grief. The rescheduled date and time for the match will be communicated shortly.

Tributes -

A number of Barcelona supporters have turned to X (formerly Twitter) to honor the memory of Carles Miñarro García.

"He was the individual featured in Messi's and Raphinha's famous walk, right? A legend of Barcelona in my opinion. May he rest in peace," one user commented.

Another individual stated, "We extend our condolences to his family and those close to him."

A different fan remarked, "Postponing was a wise choice. My condolences to his family and friends."

Currently, the circumstances regarding Miñarro's passing remain unclear.

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