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Xavi Espart expected to defend against Yan Diomande in El Clasico

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 11:00 PM

Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Xavi Espart expected to defend against Yan Diomande in El Clasico
Summary

Barcelona's Xavi Espart is set to face Real Madrid’s Yan Diomande in La Liga on October 23, 2026. Espart, who recently scored his first Champions League goal against Paris Saint-Germain, has been praised by his former coach Pau Moral. While confident in Espart's abilities, Moral cautions that he is still developing as a player. Espart is likely to start at right-back, with Joao Cancelo occupying the left.

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  • •Xavi Espart scored his first Champions League goal on October 20, 2026.
  • •Pau Moral supports Espart's ability to handle Diomande.
  • •Espart is likely to play at right-back against Real Madrid.
  • •Joao Cancelo expected to start at left-back for Barcelona.
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  • 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Xavi Espart backed to handle Yan Diomande in El Clasico
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The youngster’s former coach is confident in his ability.

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BarcelonaReal MadridAtletico MadridParis Saint-GermainChampions LeagueSoccer

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