Barcelona vs. Girona: Raphinha, Rashford Updates—Injury News and Predicted XI

Following a challenging defeat in the Copa del Rey, Barcelona prepares to face their neighbors Girona in La Liga. The team suffered a 4-0 loss to Atlético Madrid in the semifinals, marking the most significant defeat under manager Hansi Flick. This loss places additional pressure on Barcelona, as they aim to reclaim the top position in La Liga after being briefly overtaken by Real Madrid.

Match Details

Barcelona’s upcoming match against Girona is crucial for maintaining their title contention. A victory is imperative for the Blaugranas, who look to bounce back from their recent setback. Girona has been improving, recently escaping the relegation zone, but they face significant injury challenges.

• Kick-off time: 3:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. PT / 8:00 p.m. GMT
• Location: Estadio Municipal de Montilivi
• Competition: La Liga
• Recent form: LWWWW

Team News

Barcelona’s squad faces notable absences due to injuries. Key players such as Pedri and Marcus Rashford will be unavailable, while Raphinha is a potential inclusion.

• Injured or doubtful players:
• Pedri
• Gavi
• Andreas Christensen
• Marcus Rashford
• Raphinha

Predicted Lineup

Barcelona is expected to deploy a 4-2-3-1 formation against Girona. The following players are likely to feature:

Injury Outlook

Both Raphinha and Rashford missed the previous match, impacting Barcelona’s attack. Although Raphinha returned to training recently, his inclusion in the starting eleven is uncertain. Pedri’s absence, due to a hamstring injury, will also be felt significantly.

As the match approaches, all eyes will be on Barcelona to see if they can deliver a strong performance and secure the much-needed three points against Girona to revive their title hopes.