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Barcelona names squad for La Liga clash against Athletic Club

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 11:20 AM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Barcelona names squad for La Liga clash against Athletic Club

Summary

FC Barcelona faces Athletic Club tonight at the Spotify Camp Nou in a rescheduled Matchday 1 fixture of the 2026/27 La Liga season. Barcelona opened their campaign with a significant 5-0 victory over Elche and seeks to continue their momentum. Manager Hansi Flick confirmed that new signing Rodri is included in the squad and could make his debut. Alejandro Balde returns to the squad after being excluded previously, while Alvaro Cortes has been left out due to an impending exit. The match is ongoing.

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By the Numbers

•Barcelona competes against Athletic Club at Spotify Camp Nou.
•Rodri and Joao Cancelo are part of the squad for tonight's match.
•Balde returns to the squad after resolving his future with the club.
•Barcelona started the season with a 5-0 win over Elche.
•Cortes misses out as he nears an exit from Barcelona.

Latest Updates

11:20 AMYahoo Sports — Confirmed: Barcelona squad list to face Athletic Club – Rodri in, Balde returns

What they're saying

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FC Barcelona will take on Athletic Club later tonight in their rescheduled Matchday 1 fixture of the 2026/27 La Liga season at the Spotify Camp Nou.Having begun their campaign with an emphatic 5-0 win...
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