Barcelona Prepares for Clash Against Oviedo at Spotify Camp Nou

On Sunday, January 25, 2026, at 16:15 hours, FC Barcelona will take on Oviedo at the Spotify Camp Nou. This match marks Barcelona’s first encounter of the year, although both teams will enter the fixture with several players sidelined.

The Catalan squad will be without Gavi and Christensen, both of whom are dealing with long-term injuries. However, Gavi is nearing the final stages of his recovery. Additionally, Ferran Torres will not be part of the lineup after sustaining an injury during the match against Real Sociedad, with an estimated recovery time of ten days. The latest addition to the injury list is Pedri, who was injured in Thursday’s training session. On a positive note, coach Xavi regains Lamine Yamal, who missed the match in Prague due to suspension, as well as Joao Cancelo, who was not registered for the European competition.

Conversely, Oviedo arrives at Spotify Camp Nou missing key players, including Eric Bailly, Rahim, and Ovie Ejaria. However, David Carmo is back in contention after serving a one-match suspension and will partner David Costas in defense. Due to an injury suffered by Rahim during the last training session, Javi López is set to start on the left flank. There are also uncertainties surrounding the right-back position, as Nacho Vidal has recovered from his muscular injury and may take over from Lucas Ahijado, who has been a regular starter for the past four matches. The remainder of the team will primarily consist of the players who have performed consistently over the past month.

Probable starting lineup for Barcelona: Joan García, Koundé, Cubarsí, Araujo, Gerard Martín; De Jong, Eric García; Lamine Yamal, Fermín, Raphinha; Lewandowski.

Probable starting lineup for Oviedo: Aarón Escandell, Lucas, Costas, David Carmo, Javi López; Sibo, Colombatto; Hassan, Reina, Chaira; Fede Viña.