Barcelona hosts Athletic Bilbao with predicted lineup adjustments
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 8:05 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Barcelona welcomes Athletic Bilbao at the Nou Camp on Thursday night in La Liga. Following a 5-0 victory against Elche, Barcelona aims to continue their strong form. Manager Hansi Flick is expected to implement a 4-2-3-1 formation, featuring Anthony Gordon and Alejandro Balde in key roles. The match will provide an opportunity for players like Joan Garcia and Raphinha to contribute significantly in front of their home crowd.
- •Barcelona faces Athletic Bilbao in La Liga on August 25, 2026.
- •Team looks to build on a 5-0 win over Elche.
- •Anthony Gordon and Alejandro Balde expected to start.
- •Formation set to be 4-2-3-1 for the match.
- •Joan Garcia will be in goal after a recent clean sheet.
- 8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Gordon And Balde To Start | 4-2-3-1 Barcelona Predicted Lineup Vs Athletic Bilbao
"Barcelona will entertain Athletic Bilbao at the Nou Camp this Thursday night as they look to earn a good result at home in La Liga. The Catalan club managed to secure a dominant 5-0 win over Elche las...
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