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Barca Eye Perfect Start vs. Struggling Rayo
31 Aug
Summary
- Barcelona aims for a perfect three wins in three games.
- Key players like Gavi and Frenkie de Jong are sidelined.
- Rayo Vallecano has had a disappointing start to the season.
FC Barcelona will play their third match of the 2026/27 La Liga season tonight, hosting Rayo Vallecano at the Spotify Camp Nou. The team has begun the campaign impressively, securing victories in their opening two games and remaining the only side yet to concede a goal. Hansi Flick's squad will aim to continue this flawless start against Rayo.
The visitors have experienced a difficult start, suffering a loss and a draw in their initial fixtures. Barcelona intends to capitalize on this when they meet, even with notable absences. Players like Gavi and Frenkie de Jong are out with injuries, and Roony Bardghji is also unavailable.
In defence, Xavi Espart is expected to continue at left-back, ahead of Alejandro Balde, with Eric Garcia likely starting at right-back over Jules Kounde. Pau Cubarsi and Gerard Martin are set to form the central defensive partnership.
The midfield is expected to feature the established pairing of Pedri and Marc Bernal, with Fermin Lopez continuing in the No. 10 role after scoring in both previous matches. New signing Anthony Gordon will start on the left flank, Lamine Yamal on the right, and captain Raphinha will lead the attack in the No. 9 position.
