Barcelona hosts Rayo Vallecano with Rodri expected to start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 6:45 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Barcelona will face Rayo Vallecano at the Nou Camp on Monday night in La Liga. Following a 2-0 victory against Athletic Bilbao, the team aims to secure another win at home. Coach Hansi Flick is set to implement a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Rodri returning to the starting lineup in place of Marc Bernal. Joan Garcia will be in goal, supported by Pau Cubarsi and Gerard Martin as central defenders. Raphinha is expected to lead the attack for Barcelona, seeking to make an impact after recent performances.
- •Barcelona recently won 2-0 against Athletic Bilbao.
- •Rodri will start, while Marc Bernal will be on the bench.
- •Joan Garcia will start as goalkeeper following a clean sheet.
- •Raphinha is set to lead the forward line against Rayo Vallecano.
- •The match takes place at Nou Camp on Monday night.
- 6:45 PMYahoo Sports — Rodri To Start, Bernal On The Bench | 4-2-3-1 Barcelona Predicted Lineup Vs Rayo Vallecano
"Barcelona will entertain Rayo Vallecano at the Nou Camp this Monday night as they hope to earn all three points at home in La Liga. The Catalan giants managed to secure a solid 2-0 win over Athletic B...
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