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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Barcelona vs Girona
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COMPETITION :
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La Liga
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| DATE: |
18-10-2025
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TIME:
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07.45 PM IST
06.15 PM UAE
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STADIUM
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Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
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Barcelona Team News
Lamine Yamal has returned to full training after recovering from a groin issue and is expected to be involved on Saturday, although a starting berth is unlikely as Barcelona continue to manage the teenager’s workload carefully. Fermín López is also set to make his comeback from injury, offering Xavi a welcome midfield option.
However, the champions remain heavily depleted, with Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha, Dani Olmo, Gavi, Marc-André ter Stegen, and Joan García all ruled out through injury. Ferran Torres will also miss out due to muscular overload, potentially paving the way for 17-year-old Toni Fernández to make a sensational full debut at Camp Nou.
Given Barcelona’s shortage of attacking options, Roony Bardghji is expected to retain his place in the starting XI, while on-loan Marcus Rashford is likely to continue leading the line as he searches for form in Catalonia.
Girona Team News
Girona’s selection concerns are arguably even more severe. Alejandro Francés and Iván Martín are both suspended for the trip to Camp Nou, while Juan Carlos, David López, and Donny van de Beek are all sidelined through injury.
The visitors will also conduct late fitness tests on Abel Ruiz, Viktor Tsygankov, and Azzedine Ounahi, with Míchel facing multiple headaches in both midfield and attack.
In brighter news, Vladyslav Vanat has impressed since joining the club, scoring twice in five appearances, and is expected to start once again in the front line as Girona look to exploit Barcelona’s defensive absences.