The dust has barely settled on the 3-0 victory over Osasuna, and it's already time to start talking and thinking about Girona. It's a very quick turnaround for Hansi Flick's men, as the Catalan derby will soon be upon us. On the plus side, at least Barca's two matches, earlier tonight and then again on Sunday, are at home. … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting Lineup Prediction vs Girona
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FC Barcelona Team News vs Girona: Raphinha, Ronald Araujo, Pau Cubarsi
Credit to FC Barcelona for winning a game in which they were short-handed, due to a scheduling snafu. Raphinha and Ronald Araujo did not feature in the 3-0 win over Osasuna, due to their having just returned to Spain, after being on international duty for World Cup qualifiers in South America. … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Team News vs Girona: Raphinha, Ronald Araujo, Pau Cubarsi
FC Barcelona Starting Lineup Prediction v Osasuna
As we always like to say, it's never too early to preview a match that is coming off an international break. And in this case it literally is not that early. It's rare to see a Thursday night game, coming out of a FIFA window, but that's what we have here as Osasuna comes to Catalonia. It's necessary, given the circumstances and situations surrounding this game. Thursday, … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting Lineup Prediction v Osasuna
FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs Osasuna
When FC Barcelona welcome in Osasuna on Saturday, they'll do so feeling very confident. That's because the Catalan Club has yet to suffer defeat in the calendar year of 2025. The last time Barcelona was dealt an L, it came via Athletic Club, in the very last match of 2024. Since that setback, Barca have put up a form guide of W13D3, across four different competitions. The goal … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs Osasuna
Real Madrid Team News, Starting XI Prediction at Osasuna
Real Madrid head to Pamplona on Saturday, but it isn't for the running of the bulls. No, it's a La Liga fixture at Osasuna, a side hungry for points, as they look to climb up the table towards maybe potentially securing a slot in a UEFA competition for next season. As for Madrid, they'll head into this one riding some momentum, having just vanquished Manchester City in midweek … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Team News, Starting XI Prediction at Osasuna
Real Madrid Starting XI Prediction vs Osasuna
It's certainly a shop-worn cliche in sports, but it's true: it's getting late, early. What that means, basically, is despite their being a lot of season left, time is running out towards achieving the aspired goals. For Real Madrid, they enter the weekend clash with Osasuna nine points behind arch-rivals FC Barcelona at the top of the La Liga table. While they do have a game … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Starting XI Prediction vs Osasuna
Real Madrid Team News vs Osasuna: Aurelien Tchouameni, Fede Valverde
Real Madrid certainly had a season-long injury crisis last term, but they were able to overcome it. This season, well it remains to ultimately be seen, but thus far, they can't seem to rise above it all. Things have now gone from bad to worse for Real Madrid, as midfield maestro Aurelien Tchouameni will be sidelined for about a month with a sprained left ankle. Tchouameni … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Team News vs Osasuna: Aurelien Tchouameni, Fede Valverde
FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs Osasuna
You already know the latest news surrounding FC Barcelona, the manager situation! This past weekend saw Xavi announce that he'll be stepping down at the end of the season. The visit from Osasuna tomorrow night will serve as the first match of the lame duck Xavi era. He will depart as a club legend, and despite the struggles this season, there is still glory that could yet be … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs Osasuna
FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs Osasuna (Spanish Super Cup Semifinal)
Heading into the Spanish Super Cup semifinal clash versus Osasuna, FC Barcelona have plenty of issues to speak of. Maybe the biggest problems they have are in the final third, as scoring has been a big issue for the Blaugranes. Both Robert Lewandowski and Joao Felix are at risk of losing their places in the first team, although, for what it's worth, we're picking them in our … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs Osasuna (Spanish Super Cup Semifinal)
Real Madrid Starting XI Prediction at Osasuna
Now that was what you call a "statement win" by Real Madrid, last time out in the league. Girona had been sitting in the penthouse of the Spanish top flight table, with Madrid in second place. However, Carlo Ancelotti's men throttled Girona 3-0, and returned to their place as the La Liga front-runners for this season. Last year's champions, arch-rivals FC Barcelona, are … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Starting XI Prediction at Osasuna
