Without a doubt, the biggest match of the football weekend will take place in the Spanish capital city of Madrid. Second place Atletico Madrid hosts top of the table FC Barcelona, and if they visitors fall on Sunday, you will see a new first place team. Given that, no more hype need be added in the preview of this one. Let's cover the team news, for both sides, starting with … [Read more...] about Barcelona at Atletico Madrid Team News: Rodri, Eric Garcia, Jules Kounde, Morten Hjulmand
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Barcelona Team News vs Alaves: Jules Kounde, Xavi Espart
FC Barcelona are now facing a major injury crisis, in both defense and the middle of the park. This week brought news that key defender Xavi Espart is set for significant spell on the sidelines. Meanwhile there is some good news, with Frenchman Jules Koundé closing in on a return for Saturday's home clash against Alavés. Let's get you up to speed, in the wake of the crushing … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News vs Alaves: Jules Kounde, Xavi Espart
Barcelona Team News vs Real Madrid: Dani Olmo, Jules Kounde, Xavi Espart
So far, FC Barcelona have been perfect- nine matches, nine wins, thus far in La Liga. And thus, they'll enter the first El Clasico of 2026-27 brimming with confidence. Their injury list is not very long either, so that's another reason for major positivity right now. They did suffer a fresh injury in midweek though, in the form of Dani Olmo. During Tuesday night's loss to Paris … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News vs Real Madrid: Dani Olmo, Jules Kounde, Xavi Espart
Raphinha, Frenkie de Jong Will Return for Barcelona This Saturday
FC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick provided some great news for his club and their supporters today. Both Raphinha and Frenkie de Jong are set to return to action this weekend. The Brazilian forward, probably the team's best player not named Lamine Yamal, injured his hamstring while on international duty with Brazil this past FIFA window. The last time he featured for … [Read more...] about Raphinha, Frenkie de Jong Will Return for Barcelona This Saturday
Barcelona Team News at Galatasaray: Raphinha, Frenkie de Jong
FC Barcelona are off to a rip roaring start this season, as they are unblemished, thus far, in La Liga. They head into their second Champions League clash, this time at Galatasaray, having won the first 5-1 over Feyenoord. So obviously, they are feeling very good right now. However, they do have an injury concern with their Ballon d'Or candidate (although he was omitted from … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News at Galatasaray: Raphinha, Frenkie de Jong
Barcelona Team News vs Getafe: Raphinha, Joan Garcia, Frenkie de Jong
The longer the international break, the earlier we start previewing the next round of league fixtures. Because after all, what else is there to talk about right now? Well, the Manchester City thing, but we've covered that in previous posts and will continue covering it in other future posts. But for now we'll focus on FC Barcelona, table toppers in La Liga, and looking really … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News vs Getafe: Raphinha, Joan Garcia, Frenkie de Jong
Barcelona Team News, Predicted XI at Sevilla: Joan Garcia a Doubt
It's a very quick turnaround for FC Barcelona, as they just got through thrashing Racing de Santander, 7-2, less than 24 hours ago. The league leaders travel to Sevilla for a Saturday La Liga fixture in what will be their second match in three days, but also their final game until October 10. That's because the September and October international breaks got merged into one … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News, Predicted XI at Sevilla: Joan Garcia a Doubt
Gabriel Jesus Set to Leave Arsenal, Join Barcelona on £8.6m Deal
Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus is on his way out, this summer, and that's not exactly surprising as he's become more-or-less a fringe player. What is surprising is where he's going, and how much it will cost to send him there. Jesus is due to head to FC Barcelona, to complete his medical, and sign the paperwork on a £8.6m (€10m, $11.7m) transfer deal. Yes, a well know Brazilian … [Read more...] about Gabriel Jesus Set to Leave Arsenal, Join Barcelona on £8.6m Deal
Barcelona Team News vs Al Ahly: Rodri, João Cancelo, Pedri, Gavi
The midfield duo of Pedri and Gavi were left out of the Barcelona squad that routed FC Basel 5-2 earlier today, in the final preseason friendly ahead of the Joan Gamper Trophy curtain-raiser, and this development set off some alarm bells among supporters. Inside the club itself however, there is little cause for concern, as Barcelona manager Hansi Flick was just taking … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News vs Al Ahly: Rodri, João Cancelo, Pedri, Gavi
João Cancelo Set to Join Barcelona on a Free Transfer Deal
In the words of Eminem/Slim Shady/Marshall Mathers, "guess who's back, back again." Yes, João Cancelo is back at the Catalan club, ready to begin his third stint with the Blaugranes. According to multiple reports, the Portugese full-back has agreed to terminate his contract with Egyptian club Al Hilal, and he'll thus join FC Barcelona as a free agent, or Bosman transfer … [Read more...] about João Cancelo Set to Join Barcelona on a Free Transfer Deal