BARCELONA NEWS

Inaki Pena - Allows two late goals in draw Pena made six saves and conceded two goals during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact Pena had a great performance throughout the contest and it looked like he would get his first clean sheet in four matches in all competitions. However, things changes when Barcelona had to play with one man down for the final stretch of the game and the goalkeeper ended up getting beaten twice in a two-minute span. With 11 saves but three goals allowed over his last two league outings, Pena will hope he gets better defending ahead of him during upcoming matches.

8 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Robert Lewandowski - Scores in draw Lewandowski scored a goal off his lone shot and created three chances during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact Lewandowski just keeps adding to his scoring account as this time he found the back of the net in the 61st minute to double his side's lead. That's now 15 goals over 14 league games for the striker, who's on pace to have his best campaign with Barcelona by a very wide margin.

8 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jules Kounde - Logs assist in draw Kounde delivered an assist, sent in four inaccurate crosses and made three tackles (two won), one clearance and one interception during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact Kounde assisted Raphinha for the goal that broke the deadlock in the 15th minute but then went from hero to villain as he committed a huge mistake that allowed the opposition to get back into contention in the closing stages of the match. Usually most focused on the defensive end, the right-back is finding his way to contribute offensively as well, with four assists, six chances created and eight crosses over the last three starts in all competitions.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Raphinha - Scores against Celta Raphinha scored a goal off five shots (two on target) and suffered three fouls during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact Raphinha just can't stop scoring as this time he broke the deadlock in the 15th minute with a classy finish after picking up a long pass. That's now eight goals and six assists over the last nine starts in all competitions for the forward, who's playing the best football of his career right now.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona vs. Brest lineups, expected starting 11, confirmed team news and injuries: Lamine Yamal ruled out for hosts | Sporting News Canada Hansi Flick is still missing some key players through injury as Barcelona return to UEFA Champions League action at home to Brest on Novembe...

10 HOURS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Lamine Yamal - Ruled out vs. Brest Yamal (ankle) won't play in Tuesday's match against Brest in the UEFA Champions League, manager Hansi Flick told media during Monday's pre-match press conference. "I'm hoping this...

Impact Yamal was diagnosed with an ankle injury earlier this month, and while he's trending in the right direction toward his recovery process, he won't be ready to face Brest. His next chance to feature will come against Las Palmas on Saturday.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alejandro Balde - Not expected to start Tuesday Manager Hansi Flick revealed that Balde is getting better from a minor hamstring problem, but that he won't risk him against Brest on Tuesday, according to Javi Miguel Club of Diar...

Impact Balde was an unused substitute in the 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo on Saturday. Even though the 21-year-old has been a regular starter on the left side of the defense when healthy, it seems Flick will take a cautious approach here, particularly given the heavy calendar Barcelona will have in the upcoming weeks. With that in mind, Hector Fort is likely to get the nod on the left side of the defense Tuesday.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Erling Haaland & Viktor Gyokeres made to wait? Barcelona plan big contract call with Robert Lewandowski that would impact future transfer plans | Goal.com US Barcelona are reportedly considering extending Robert Lewandowsk's contract despite being linked with Erling Haaland and Viktor Gyokeres.

1 DAY AGO • GOAL.COM

Ferran Torres - In final stages of recovery Torres (hamstring) was able to partake in parts of training Sunday.

Impact Torres is inching closer to a return to the pitch following a hamstring injury that has kept him out for the last month. Though the match against Brest seems to close, the forward will aim to play against Las Palmas, pending a fitness test. With Ansu Fati injured, Raphinha has kept his position in the wings, with Dani Olmo moving up to winger with the absence of Lamine Yamal.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Marc Casado - Sees red card Casado was given a red card in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact Casado was given his marching orders in the 82nd minute, receiving a red card after seeing his second yellow card. This will leave him out for Saturday's match against Las Palmas, which will be a concern as he is a regular starter. Gavi or Frenkie de Jong could replace the midfielder until he is available again against Mallorca on Dec. 3.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Robert Lewandowski - Starting against Celta Lewandowski (back) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Lewandowski is back with the team after holding some slight back problems, with the forward finding his usual spot in the starting XI. He has yet to miss a start this season, registering 19 goals and two assists in 18 appearances.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Frenkie De Jong - Returns to bench De Jong (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact De Jong is back in the squad following his early dismissal from the Dutch national team, with that move now looking to be more cautious after having an injury-filled start to the campaign. The midfielder will look to see some time off the bench before hopefully starting in their next contest, as he did start in the club's past two games.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Robert Lewandowski interview: 'Noisy' Barcelona, 'fearless' youngsters and making an impact in Messi-Ronaldo era Lewandowski has 19 goals in 17 games in 2024-25. He talks about thriving aged 36, being friends with Yamal and challenging Messi and Ronaldo

3 DAYS AGO • NYTIMES.COM

Andreas Christensen - Underwent small operation Christensen had undergone cellular regenerative therapy on the tendons of both feet and is set to remain out indefinitely. According to manager Hansi Flink, "I cannot confirm how t...

Impact Christensen has taken a step back on his recovery after undergoing a procedure to both his Achilles. This will likely keep him out until early 2025, as long as there aren't any setbacks from the surgery. He made just once La Liga appearance this campaign, struggling to keep healthy.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ronald Araujo - Likely for Saturday Araujo (hamstring) will likely get the call for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo. According to manager Hansi Flick, "Araujo seems like he will return Saturday, however he is not...

Impact Despite Araujo not likely to get much playing time Saturday, it is a positive that he will be part of the traveling squad Saturday after missing the opening three months with hamstring surgery. He is set to make a slow transition into the starting XI, depending on how he feels on the pitch. This will still keep Inigo Martinez and Pau Cubarsi at center back for Barcelona.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lamine Yamal - Will miss Celta match At Friday's press conference, Coach Hansi Flick said "Lamine Yamal will not be available against Celta, but we have players who can move around. We look at what we need and design...

Impact Yamal's ankle injury continues to force the star to miss games. The injury has already forced him to miss one La Liga match and one international game. Hopefully the ankle will heal in time for Barca's November 26th versus Stade Brestios.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

"I've seen a lot of talent in my life, but never like that: oh my God" - Barcelona superstar hails 'amazing' Lamine Yamal Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski has stated that he was blown away by Lamine Yamal's talent when he saw the youngster for the first time...

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"At the time I didn't understand why" - Robert Lewandowski on not winning Ballon d'Or in 2020 due to COVID restrictions Legendary striker Robert Lewandowski opened up on how he initially didn't understand why he didn't win the Ballon d'Or in 2020 due to COVID...

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Andreas Christensen Injury: Progress & Potential Return Date for Barcelona Defender Barcelona’s Andreas Christensen underwent surgery to fix an issue in his Achilles tendon that’s sidelined him since August.

5 DAYS AGO • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

"It came from France" - Barcelona executive claims club received €250 million offer for Lamine Yamal Barcelona's executive Enric Masip has confirmed that the club received a €250 million offer from a French club for teenage sensation Lamine...

6 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Barcelona make bold Wojciech Szczesny contract decision ahead of La Liga debut | Sporting News Canada Barcelona are already planning for Wojciech Szczesny's future in Catalonia.

NOVEMBER 18 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Frenkie De Jong - Withdraws from Netherlands team De Jong has withdrawn from the Dutch national team due to an apparent injury, according to manager Ronald Koeman. "For Frenkie it is better for him to leave the training camp at th...

Impact De Jong looks to be back on the injury report, with the midfielder heading back to Barcelona for medical reasons. This could be a cautious move for the player after just returning from an injury and with the Netherlands already qualified for the Nations League quarterfinals, although this is unconfirmed. Either way, the club will hope to have him as an option to face Celta Vigo on Saturday, as he was just starting to earn his starting role back.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Garcia - Training in gym Garcia (groin) has returned to training within the gym, according to his team.

Impact Garcia looks to be making good improvements on his return, with the defender working in the gym on Saturday. This leaves him on the right pace to return after the break as expected, likely getting back into team training next week. This is great news, as he is a solid rotational player when fit.

NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Raphinha Honors Neymar With Goal Celebration Wearing Brazil's No. 10 Shirt Barcelona’s Raphinha celebrated like Neymar in his first game wearing Brazil’s iconic number 10 shirt.

NOVEMBER 15 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Frenkie De Jong - Recovering starting role De Jong started in his previous two appearances for Barcelona before the November international break.

Impact An ankle injury has limited the Dutchman to just seven appearances and two starts between the league and the UCL, but the midfielder is trending in the right direction based on his recent involvement. If he stays healthy, De Jong should be a regular starter in midfield for Barca.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE