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Real Madrid and Barcelona start LaLiga cautiously after World Cup fatigue

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 5:02 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Real Madrid and Barcelona start LaLiga cautiously after World Cup fatigue

Summary

Real Madrid and FC Barcelona begin the 2026-27 LaLiga EA Sports season with caution due to fatigue from the recent World Cup. Load-management specialist José Luis Felipe Hernández indicates both teams are performing at only 30% to 40% of their physical capacity. Barcelona, with a well-established tactical setup, starts closer to 40%, while Madrid's new coaching staff puts them at around 20% to 30%. Key players like Jude Bellingham and Pedri require careful monitoring to prevent injuries early in the season.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid and Barcelona begin LaLiga EA Sports cautiously.
•José Luis Felipe Hernández assesses both teams at 30%-40% capacity.
•Barcelona's tactical base allows a stronger start compared to Madrid.
•Jude Bellingham, Pedri, and others need monitoring to avoid injuries.
•Season commenced after players' fatigue from the summer World Cup.

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5:02 PMYahoo Sports — 🙄 Alarm bells ringing? Caution at Real Madrid and Barcelona

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Real Madrid and FC Barcelona begin the 2026-27 LaLiga EA Sports campaign cautiously after the demanding schedule of the World Cup played in the summer. According to load-management specialist José Lu...
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