Barcelona, fresh off a 5-0 Champions League victory, faces Deportivo Alaves on Sunday. The Catalan giants are battling an injury crisis, including a season-ending injury to starting goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen. Despite these challenges, Barcelona will be looking to regain their winning form and maintain their lead in the LaLiga standings.
Barcelona’s newly signed goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny will not make his debut against Deportivo Alaves in LaLiga and will be available after the international break. Manager Hansi Flick confirmed this on Saturday, emphasizing the importance of Szczesny’s experience and quality to the team. Flick also addressed the team’s recent loss and the importance of avoiding mistakes in upcoming matches.
Robert Lewandowski scored twice as Barcelona dominated Young Boys in a 5-0 win in the Champions League. The Catalan giants bounced back from a disappointing weekend loss, showcasing their attacking prowess and securing a convincing victory.
Barcelona will host Young Boys in a crucial UEFA Champions League match on October 2nd. The Catalan giants are looking to bounce back from their opening defeat to AS Monaco and are expected to field a strong lineup. Manager Hansi Flick has been dealing with injuries but is hopeful that key players like Frenkie de Jong will return. The match will be broadcast on the Sony Sports Network and SonyLiv.
Madrid surprised everyone this summer by becoming Spain’s most visited city by international tourists, beating out Barcelona. The capital’s vibrant atmosphere, world-class museums, and iconic attractions helped it claim the top spot, while Barcelona maintained its popularity with its architectural marvels. Seville, Valencia, and Granada rounded out the top five, each offering unique cultural experiences for travelers.
Barcelona suffered its first La Liga loss of the season, falling 4-2 to Osasuna. Manager Hansi Flick acknowledged his rotation decisions played a role in the defeat, but also highlighted Osasuna’s impressive performance and the team’s need to keep moving forward.
Osasuna delivered a shock to La Liga leaders Barcelona, securing a 4-2 victory at home and handing the Catalan giants their first loss of the season. Bryan Zaragoza, on loan from Bayern Munich, shone with a goal and an assist, while Ante Budimir added another goal and a penalty to seal the impressive victory.
The Premier League saw a thrilling draw between Manchester City and Arsenal, while Lionel Messi returned to form in MLS. Elsewhere, Barcelona continues to dominate La Liga, and Bayern Munich enjoys a perfect start in the Bundesliga.
Veteran Polish goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny is poised to come out of retirement to join Barcelona, filling the void left by the season-ending injury of their star goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen. Szczesny, known for his impressive career with Juventus and the Polish national team, is expected to sign a short-term deal after undergoing a medical with the Catalan giants.
Robert Lewandowski’s first-half strike was enough to give Barcelona a hard-fought 1-0 win over Getafe, extending their perfect start to the LaLiga season to seven games. Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, Barcelona struggled to put the game away and were almost punished in the closing stages.
