Barcelona hosts Athletic Club in season opener at Camp Nou

FC Barcelona faces Athletic Club in their La Liga season opener on August 27, 2026, at Camp Nou. Barcelona aims to build on their opening victory over Elche, while Athletic seeks redemption after a loss to Sevilla. Both teams will be without key players, with Barcelona missing Frenkie de Jong and Athletic without Unai Eguiluz. New Athletic manager Edin Terzic hopes to implement an attacking strategy against the reigning champions. Rodri is expected to make his first appearance for Barcelona in the match.

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