The news regarding starting goalkeeper Marc-Andre Ter Stegen has been released, and unfortunately, it is indeed the worst case scenario. Having suffered a full tear of the patellar tendon (an injury that many would say is even worse than an anterior cruciate ligament tear), he is done for the remainder of the season. That means Inaki Pena is now the first choice … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Team News at Osasuna: Ter Stegen, Kochen, Gavi, De Jong
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FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction at Villarreal
The first loss of the Hansi Flick era has been suffered, so now, how will the Blaugranes respond? Having been beaten at Monaco, in continental competition, now the Catalan club must rebound in the league. They have a lot more talent and depth than Villarreal, of course, but diving down to the Yellow Submarine is never as easy proposition. Especially now, given that Flick as … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction at Villarreal
FC Barcelona Team News at Villarreal: De Jong, Olmo, Gavi, Torres
FC Barcelona have suffered their first loss of the young season, falling 2-1 at AS Monaco in the UEFA Champions League group stage. However, they need to have a short memory, as there is a fast turnaround, with a trip to Villarreal coming on Sunday. Midfielder Frenkie de Jong is coming close to a return, as he's nearing the final stages of recovery from his ankle … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Team News at Villarreal: De Jong, Olmo, Gavi, Torres
FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs UD Las Palmas
FC Barcelona are still alive in the La Liga title race, although just barely. They're eight points away, from arch-rivals Real Madrid, with nine games left to play. But they have momentum now, heading into the weekend clash against UD Las Palmas. The Blaugranes are playing much better over their last five, as they have won four and drawn one in that span. Plus the current … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs UD Las Palmas
FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction at Barbastro (Copa Del Rey)
After the La Liga win at Las Palmas last night, and heading into the Copa Del Rey clash at Barbastro on Sunday, FC Barcelona manager Xavi said his side should not be written off in the league title race. "Of course," Xavi responded in his postgame presser when asked if his side can defend their league title this season. … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction at Barbastro (Copa Del Rey)
FC Barcelona Team News vs Barbastro: Cancelo, Pedri, Martinez
FC Barcelona have a new injury concern heading into their Copa Del Rey round of 32 clash at Barbastro on Sunday. That would be left-back Joao Cancelo, who suffered a MCL strain in the win at Las Palmas yesterday. So indeed their trip to the islands provided a win, but that victory came at a cost. Cancelo will likely be sidelined for the rest of the month, or thereabouts. … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Team News vs Barbastro: Cancelo, Pedri, Martinez
FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Starting XI Predictions
It's no surprise to see FC Barcelona (currently 4th), Atletico Madrid (currently 3rd) and Real Madrid (currently first) in the La Liga top four. They are, after all, the three historically strongest clubs in the competition. But the current second place side is a major surprise in Girona. Actually, they are level on points with Real Madrid, but sit in second place due to a … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Starting XI Predictions
FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Team News: Ter Stegen, Lemar, Vitolo
There is no doubt, at all, what the biggest game in Spain will be this weekend, as fourth place FC Barcelona hosts third place Atletico Madrid. This headliner clash will be missing a few marquee players however, starting with Barcelona's No. 1 Marc-Andre Ter Stegen. He is a strong doubt here as he's missed both of Barca's matches since the last international break. And that … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Team News: Ter Stegen, Lemar, Vitolo