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Rodri expected to make his Barcelona debut against Athletic Club

5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 8:17 AM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Rodri expected to make his Barcelona debut against Athletic Club
Summary

Barcelona's summer signing Rodri is set to make his debut in the upcoming match against Athletic Club. Having joined from Manchester City, Rodri participated in group training for the first time on Monday, indicating his readiness for competitive action. Barcelona began their La Liga title defense with a 5-0 victory over Elche, where Rodri was sidelined. If preparations go well, he could take the field on Thursday at Spotify Camp Nou.

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Status Watch
  • •Rodri joined Barcelona from Manchester City this summer.
  • •He trained with his new teammates for the first time on Monday.
  • •Barcelona won their La Liga opener 5-0 against Elche.
  • •Rodri may debut on Thursday against Athletic Club.
  • •The match will take place at Spotify Camp Nou.
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What they're saying
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Rodri could make his Barcelona debut as the champions host Athletic Bilbao in their first home match of the new LaLiga season. Spain's World Cup-winning captain moved to the Nou Camp from Manchester City in a £65 million ($88.

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An insight into the plans of the coaching staff at La Liga champions Barcelona to afford a debut appearance to summer signing Rodri has come to the fore online. This comes amid the understanding that,...

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After arriving as Barcelona’s blockbuster signing of the summer, Rodri is now closing in on his first appearance in a Barcelona shirt. According to Mundo Deportivo, the Spanish midfielder once agai...

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