Barcelona prepares for key clash with Atlético Madrid in La Liga
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 8:00 AM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026

Barcelona will face Atlético Madrid on November 7 in a pivotal La Liga match. The team aims to secure a strong position heading into the international break. Manager Hansi Flick is expected to field a familiar lineup, despite the absence of Rodri due to a minor injury. The starting XI may see Frenkie de Jong return to the midfield alongside Pedri and Fermín López. Barcelona's defense is anticipated to remain stable, with Pau Cubarsí and Gerard Martín at center-back, while Lamine Yamal and Raphinha will lead the attack.
- •Barcelona faces Atlético Madrid in a top-of-the-table clash.
- •Hansi Flick likely to stick with a familiar lineup.
- •Rodri is sidelined with a minor hamstring issue.
- •Frenkie de Jong expected to return to the midfield.
- •Match scheduled for November 7 at the Metropolitano.
- 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — How will Barcelona line up against Atlético Madrid?
"Hansi Flick’s possible XI for Sunday’s clash
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