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FC Barcelona hosts Rayo Vallecano at Spotify Camp Nou in La Liga

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Last updated Aug 31, 2026

FC Barcelona hosts Rayo Vallecano at Spotify Camp Nou in La Liga
Summary

FC Barcelona faces Rayo Vallecano at the Spotify Camp Nou on Monday evening in a La Liga matchup. Manager Hansi Flick plans to field an unchanged starting XI from the previous win against Athletic Club, with Joan Garcia remaining in goal behind a defensive line featuring Xavi Espart, Gerard Martin, Pau Cubarsi, and Eric Garcia. Marc Bernal will operate as the pivot while Pedri and Fermin Lopez anchor the midfield. The front line continues to feature Anthony Gordon, Raphinha, and Lamine Yamal. Barcelona remains undefeated at home in league play since returning to the stadium in November 2025. Rayo Vallecano enters the contest seeking to improve its standing after recording one loss and one draw in the current season.

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  • •Hansi Flick maintains the same starting lineup used against Athletic Club.
  • •Joan Garcia has secured two clean sheets in the current season.
  • •The match begins at 21:30 local time in Spain.
  • •Barcelona has not lost a home league match since November 2025.
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  • 8:12 AMYahoo Sports — FC Barcelona Versus Rayo Vallecano Line Up: Extending The Home Record
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FC Barcelona look to make it three wins out of three against Rayo Vallecano on Monday, while also keeping the heat on arch nemesis Real Madrid at the top of La Liga.

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