Overview
- The RFEF delayed kickoff by 15 minutes due to access problems at El Sardinero, as confirmed by the clubs.
- Barcelona’s official XI: Joan García; Jules Koundé, Pau Cubarsí, Gerard Martín, Alejandro Balde; Marc Casadó, Marc Bernal; Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Marcus Rashford; Ferran Torres.
- Flick said “Joan is the number one” and noted several changes to manage workloads following the Super Cup win.
- Raphinha is rested with hamstring discomfort, and João Cancelo is included on the bench after his loan registration was finalized.
- Racing top the Segunda and recently knocked out Villarreal, with club figures eyeing an upset in a one-off tie that can go to extra time and penalties.