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Where to watch Espanyol vs Barcelona live in the USA: La Liga 2025/2026 Espanyol take on Barcelona in a Matchday 18 showdown of the 2025/26 La Liga season. Here's everything you need to know, including kickoff ti...

JANUARY 3 • BOLAVIP.COM

Ronald Araujo returns to Barcelona training after mental health break as Hansi Flick is handed huge double injury boost

Ronaldo Araujo is back in Barcelona training after taking a break away from football for his mental health. Following the defender's red car...

JANUARY 3 • goal

Ronald Araujo returns to Barcelona training after mental health break as Hansi Flick is handed huge double injury boost

Dani Olmo - On bench for derby Olmo (shoulder) is on the bench for Saturday's matchup against Espanyol.

Impact Olmo hasn't been involved in a game since getting hurt in early December, but he has completed his one-month recovery period. While his return to action could be gradual, he's a talented attacker and may quickly gain a role in the rotation with Marcus Rashford and Fermin. Additionally, Olmo could take a few set pieces when he's on the pitch.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Pedri - Available as substitute Saturday Pedri (calf) is on the bench to face Espanyol on Saturday.

Impact Pedri would be a nearly guaranteed starter if fully fit, so it's possible he's not entirely recovered and will serve as an emergency option. The midfielder was in good form prior to his injury, providing playmaking upside with four assists in his last five games. Both Frenkie de Jong and Eric Garcia will play in holding midfield until Pedri returns to the lineup.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Jules Kounde - Starts against Espanyol Kounde (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup Saturday versus Espanyol.

Impact Kounde will retain his regular spot at right-back, looking to add to his three goals and two assists across 23 appearances in all competitions. He could also be a reliable source of defensive stats as his team aims to neutralize their city rivals.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Lamine Yamal - Starts in derby Yamal (undisclosed) is in the starting squad for Saturday's game versus Espanyol.

Impact Yamal wasn't dealing with a major issue, so he should see significant playing time Saturday. The winger holds excellent attacking potential as he leads the league with seven assists while ranking fifth with seven goals this season. He'll feature as part of an offensive midfield trident alongside Raphinha and Marcus Rashford.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Jules Kounde - Traveling Saturday Kounde (undisclosed) is on the team sheet for the trip to Espanyol on Saturday.

Impact Kounde is set to play Saturday having been forced off against Villarreal with a minor injury. He's recorded two goals with an assist in the last five La Liga appearances, making 16 clearances and 11 tackles in that span. The defender is expected to remain at right back for the derby clash against Espanyol.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Espanyol vs. Barcelona: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Barcelona haven’t dropped points in La Liga since El Clásico in late October.

JANUARY 3 • SI.COM

Will Lamine Yamal Play in the Derby? What to Know About the Barcelona Star Ahead of the Match vs Espanyol FC Barcelona received good news ahead of the league derby against Espanyol. Forward Lamine Yamal, who had missed Thursday’s training session...

JANUARY 2 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Ronald Araujo - Back in training Araujo (personal/suspension) is back in training with the team but won't be available for Saturday's game against Espanyol, manager Hansi Flick told media Friday. "He's fine, but h...

Impact Araujo's next chance to play will come against Real Sociedad on Jan. 18, but Barcelona are going to play in the Spanish Super Cup before that match. He's suspended to face Slavia Prague on Jan. 21 in the UEFA Champions League, but based on Flick's words, the club won't put any timeline on the defender's return.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Pedri - Will be available vs. Espanyol Pedri (calf) will be available for Saturday's game against Espanyol, according to Carlos Monfort of SPORT.

Impact Pedri was dealing with a calf injury that sidelined him from facing Villarreal on Dec. 20, but he returned nearly 100 percent healthy after the Christmas break. All signs point to Pedri being in the starting lineup for the Catalunya derby against Espanyol.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Dani Olmo - Set to return vs. Espanyol Olmo (shoulder) trained Friday and will be available for Saturday's derby against Espanyol, manager Hansi Flick confirmed in Friday's press conference. "Olmo is back, he was in our...

Impact Olmo suffered the injury in the 3-1 win over Atletico Madrid on Dec. 2, but he's ready to return to action just in time for this Catalunya derby. It's unclear if he'll be available to start right away or not, but his return to the squad gives Barcelona another proven option for the No. 10 role. Olmo has four goals and two assists in 13 league appearances this season.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Lamine Yamal - Will be available for derby Yamal (undisclosed) trained Friday and will be available for Saturday's derby against Espanyol, manager Hansi Flick confirmed in Friday's press conference. "Yamal is fine."

Impact Yamal didn't train Thursday, but he was able to complete the training session Friday and will be ready for Saturday's derby. The star winger should be in the starting lineup next to Raphinha and Ferran Torres in the attacking line.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Spain boss De la Fuente has 'clear conscience' after Yamal row with Barcelona Hansi Flick was unhappy with Spain's handling of Lamine Yamal's chronic groin injury, but Luis de la Fuente insists he did nothing wrong.

JANUARY 1 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Lamine Yamal - Doesn't train Thursday Yamal didn't train Thursday due to general soreness, but he's expected to be available for Saturday's derby against Espanyol, according to Carlos Monfort of SPORT.

Impact Yamal didn't train at Barcelona's first session of the year, though it doesn't seem he's dealing with a serious injury. There will be more clarity on his status ahead of Friday's session, but if he goes through it, he shouldn't have issues playing against Espanyol in the Catalunya derby this weekend.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ex-Man City star Joao Cancelo set for shock return to Europe as Barcelona, Inter and Juventus all contact Al-Hilal over January transfer

Ex-Manchester City star Joao Cancelo is edging towards another mid-season transfer, with reports indicating the full-back is preparing to le...

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • goal

Ex-Man City star Joao Cancelo set for shock return to Europe as Barcelona, Inter and Juventus all contact Al-Hilal over January transfer

Marc-Andre ter Stegen edges towards Barcelona exit as La Liga manager reveals interest in signing Germany goalkeeper

Marc-Andre ter Stegen is edging towards a Barcelona exit as fellow La Liga side Girona have revealed a public interest in signing Germany go...

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • goal

Marc-Andre ter Stegen edges towards Barcelona exit as La Liga manager reveals interest in signing Germany goalkeeper

Lamine Yamal Addresses Ronaldo Comparisons: 'I Want To Build My Own Path'

Lamine Yamal has expressed his desire to build and follow his own unique path as his young career develops.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Lamine Yamal Addresses Ronaldo Comparisons: 'I Want To Build My Own Path'

Lewandowski claims Barcelona asked him not to score to avoid paying Bayern bonus Robert Lewandowski needed little time to get up to speed after joining Barcelona, but he has made a remarkable claim about his debut season.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Gavi Refuses to Give Up His Dream: Barcelona Comeback and World Cup 2026 in Sight Gavi continues his recovery after knee surgery, targets a February return with Barcelona and keeps his dream of playing the 2026 World Cup w...

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Ronald Araújo Returns With Caution: Barcelona Await His Comeback With Full Support Ronald Araújo is back in Barcelona after spending the holidays in Uruguay and is set to rejoin team training on Monday in a key step of his...

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Marcus Rashford passes Barcelona referendum as members vote to sign Man Utd loanee on permanent transfer

Marcus Rashford has passed a Barcelona referendum as members voted in favour of signing the England forward permanently. Rashford move to th...

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • goal

Marcus Rashford passes Barcelona referendum as members vote to sign Man Utd loanee on permanent transfer

Robert Lewandowski casts Barcelona future in doubt after claiming he does not know 'which direction to take' after tough start to season

Robert Lewandowski cast doubt on his Barcelona future after claiming he does not know "which direction to take" after a tough start to the s...

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • goal

Robert Lewandowski casts Barcelona future in doubt after claiming he does not know 'which direction to take' after tough start to season

Will Real Madrid Pull Off Winter Transfer Window Signing Amid Defensive Crisis? Real Madrid weighed a January move but pulled back despite trailing Barcelona by four points in La Liga under Xabi Alonso.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Marc Guehi scares Barcelona away with wage demands as La Liga champions cool interest in Liverpool & Bayern Munich target

Marc Guehi's future appears to be drifting further away from Barcelona after reports in Spain suggested the reigning champions have cooled t...

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • goal

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Ronald Araujo returns to Barcelona training after mental health break as Hansi Flick is handed huge double injury boost

Ex-Man City star Joao Cancelo set for shock return to Europe as Barcelona, Inter and Juventus all contact Al-Hilal over January transfer

Marc-Andre ter Stegen edges towards Barcelona exit as La Liga manager reveals interest in signing Germany goalkeeper

Lamine Yamal Addresses Ronaldo Comparisons: 'I Want To Build My Own Path'

Marcus Rashford passes Barcelona referendum as members vote to sign Man Utd loanee on permanent transfer

Robert Lewandowski casts Barcelona future in doubt after claiming he does not know 'which direction to take' after tough start to season

Marc Guehi scares Barcelona away with wage demands as La Liga champions cool interest in Liverpool & Bayern Munich target