Barcelona news and match preview: focus on Elche, key updates, and October highlights
Barcelona prepare for Sunday clash with Elche. FC Barcelona continued their preparations for Sunday’s LaLiga fixture against Elche with another training session at the Ciutat Esportiva on Friday. Hansi Flick’s squad will aim to bounce back from last weekend’s defeat at the Santiago Bernabéu in the Clásico against Real Madrid.
The match kicks off at 6:30pm CET at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, marking the final home game before the upcoming international break.
When and where to watch
Fans can follow the LaLiga matchday 11 encounter at the Estadi Olímpic, as Barcelona look to secure a vital victory to maintain momentum in the league.
Familiar faces for Barcelona fans
Elche’s squad traveling to Montjuïc includes players who will be familiar to Barcelona supporters. The match provides an added narrative as former Barça loanee Iñaki Peña will feature in goal for the visitors. Peña, who played a key role in Barcelona’s first half of last season’s title run, says he is “without resentment” and “100% ready to play a great game against Barça,” highlighting his professional approach ahead of the clash.
Open training session at Spotify Camp Nou
The men’s first team recently returned to Spotify Camp Nou for an open-door training session, which also served as a technical and operational test. The session ensured the proper functioning of stadium systems, access points, and other operational aspects as part of the venue’s gradual reopening process.
Araujo’s October goal voted best moment
FC Barcelona fans have chosen Ronald Araujo’s goal against Girona as the highlight of October. Voting took place via the club’s official app in collaboration with Whitebit, celebrating the Uruguayan defender’s decisive contribution in the league.
Transfer updates: Vlahovic and the ‘Spalletti effect’
Attention also turns to Dusan Vlahovic, whose contract with Juventus expires in June. Speaking to Mundo Deportivo, new Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti hinted at the striker’s clear intentions following his recent performances. Vlahovic could be in line for a high-profile move in two months, with several top clubs reportedly monitoring his situation.
Key player spotlight
As Barcelona focus on Elche, the narrative around former loanees, standout performers like Araujo, and emerging transfer stories keeps fans engaged. The team will aim to regain confidence and reinforce their LaLiga campaign heading into the international break.
