Overview

• LaLiga president Javier Tebas said he is convinced that the Barcelona vs. Villarreal match will take place in Miami on December 20.
• The proposal remains pending UEFA and FIFA approval following a lawsuit from Real Madrid over transparency and club consultation.
• Barcelona finalized late registrations of goalkeeper Joan García and forward Marcus Rashford on August 16 to confirm their eligibility for the season opener in Mallorca.
• Manager Hansi Flick named Joan García in goal and selected Ferran Torres as striker, with Robert Lewandowski sidelined by a muscle injury.
• Manchester City defeated Wolverhampton 4-0 and Sunderland beat West Ham 3-0 in Premier League openers, with West Ham’s Edson Álvarez unused and reports suggesting he will leave before the transfer window closes.