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Barcelona prepares to host Alaves after recent defeats

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 7:03 PM

Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Barcelona prepares to host Alaves after recent defeats

Summary

Hansi Flick remains optimistic about Barcelona's chances as they face Alaves in LaLiga on Saturday. The team is seeking a rebound from consecutive defeats, losing 2-1 to Real Madrid and 4-2 to Paris Saint-Germain. Barca's recent losses ended an impressive 11-match winning streak to start the season. The club's board has publicly backed Flick, emphasizing their confidence in the squad despite recent struggles. Key players, including Jules Koundé and Andreas Christensen, are unavailable due to injuries, which could challenge Barcelona's performance.

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Status Watch

•Barcelona faces Alaves at the Nou Camp on Saturday.
•The team has lost to Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain recently.
•Barcelona's 11-match winning streak was halted by these defeats.
•Injuries to key defenders pose challenges for Barcelona.
•The club's board has expressed full confidence in Flick.

Latest Updates

7:03 PMYahoo Sports — Flick convinced Barcelona will bounce back from successive defeats

What they're saying

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Hansi Flick is convinced Barcelona will rebound from the painful back-to-back defeats to Paris Saint-Germain and bitter rivals Real Madrid. Barça welcome Alaves to the Nou Camp in LaLiga on Saturday looking to bounce back from a 2-1 home El Clásico setback that followed a 4-2 loss at the Champions League holders in France.
— Yahoo Sports

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