The doctor's death hours before Barcelona were due to face Osasuna led to the postponement of the match, with players shocked by the news

Here's all you need to know about Carles Minarro Garcia, FC Barcelona's first-team doctor, who passed away ahead of their side's La Liga match against Osasuna

As those close to Barcelona and the wider football community continue to mourn the tragic death of club doctor Carles Minarro Garcia, new details surrounding his sudden passing have emerged. The Catalan giants postponed their La Liga clash against Osasuna following the news on Saturday.

The game between FC Barcelona and Osasuna, meant to kick off at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday was postponed after the club announced the passing of first-team doctor Carles Minarro Garcia. According to multiple reports,

Reports indicate that he was found dead at the Hoten Melina Gran Melia, where the team had been staying prior to their scheduled meeting with Osasuna. Laporta has now confirmed that the incident was 'sudden', Garcia's loved ones have been informed, and the news has had a profound effect on everyone associated with the club.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has offered an update on a tragedy which has shocked La Liga in the last 24 hours.La Blaugrana made the surprise decision to postpone their La Liga clash at home to

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has paid tribute to first-team doctor Carles Minarro Garcia who sadly died on Saturday. Minarro was reportedly with the team at their hotel preparing for Saturday’s match against Osasuna when he passed away,

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has paid an emotional tribute to Carles Minarro Garcia following the death of the club's first-team doctor.