Overview
- Camp Nou reopens at roughly 45,400 capacity for Athletic Club, with a near sellout expected and projected matchday revenue of €4–5 million.
- Hansi Flick said goalkeeper Joan García will start and Raphinha will be eased back from the bench after their injury layoffs.
- Barcelona face a midfield shortage for the league fixture, with Frenkie de Jong suspended and Pedri still not fit, prompting consideration of La Masia options such as Marc Casado and Marc Bernal.
- Marcus Rashford missed two sessions with a fever and was sent home from training, leaving his availability for today in doubt.
- Next up is Chelsea in the Champions League on Tuesday, with Spanish reports now indicating Cole Palmer could miss out after earlier optimism about his return.