FC Barcelona returns to action in LaLiga 2025/26 this Sunday against Sevilla (4:15 PM CEST). Hansi Flick's team arrives at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán for their fifth away match of the season, with the obligation to win to regain the lead and go into the October break at the top of the table.
After the defeat against Paris Saint-Germain, their first of the 25/26 season, Barça must quickly turn the page in the league, where the *culés* are in great form. The team has not lost away from home since November 2024 and this season only dropped points in their visit to Rayo (1-1).
Facing them will be Sevilla, who are still looking for their ideal starting XI with Argentine Matías Almeyda. The Andalusian team has accumulated 3 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw in their first 7 matches. At home, their record is two losses and one draw, which means there is a lot of pressure from the Sánchez Pizjuán fans.
- 📺 Where and when to watch the match: the channels broadcasting Sevilla-Barça SEE
Barça seeks its fifth consecutive victory in LaLiga
Barça, for its part, arrives in Seville with a streak of 4 consecutive wins, 3 of them at home against Valencia (6-0), Getafe (3-0), and Real Sociedad (2-1), in addition to another victory in Oviedo (1-3). In the 24/25 season, Flick's team won their first 7 matches in a row in the tournament until their defeat in Pamplona (4-2) on matchday 8.
This year, their record is 6 wins and 1 draw, with 19 out of a possible 21 points. The *blaugrana* team continues to be the highest-scoring team in the tournament with 21 goals (an average of 3 per game). Furthermore, they boast the best defense in the tournament, having conceded only 5 goals.
| V | BARÇA | SEVILLA | V |
|---|---|---|---|
| H 🔴 | 1-2 vs PSG* | 0-1 vs Rayo | A 🟢 |
| H 🟢 | 2-1 vs R. Sociedad | 1-2 vs Villarreal | H 🔴 |
| A 🟢 | 1-3 vs Oviedo | 1-2 vs Alavés | A 🟢 |
| H 🟢 | 3-0 vs Getafe | 2-2 vs Elche | H 🟡 |
| A 🟢 | 1-2 vs Newcastle* | 0-2 vs Girona | A 🟢 |
- *Champions League match
- V: Venue
- H: Home
- A: Away
Sevilla, on the other hand, has scored 11 goals, conceding another 10 in their first 7 matches. While Matías Almeyda's team gained some breathing room with the victory in Vallecas last matchday (0-1), they had previously fallen at home against Villarreal (1-2).
Clearly, the Andalusians have performed better away from home so far. They won against Alavés (1-2) and Girona (0-2), although they started the season by losing in Bilbao (3-2). However, at the Sánchez Pizjuán, they also lost against Getafe (1-2) and managed a draw against Elche (2-2).
Hansi Flick loses Lamine Yamal but recovers Alejandro Balde
For LaLiga matchday 8, Barça has unfortunately lost Lamine Yamal again. The pubalgia that the Mataró native has been suffering from since the beginning of September has sidelined him again, and the '10' might be out for another three weeks.
The winger reappeared with an assist in the second half against Real Sociedad and also started against PSG. However, the groin discomfort reappeared after the Champions League match, and Barça did not hesitate to rest him for the visit to Seville.
In this regard, Lamine is Barcelona's sixth injury absentee against the Andalusians. Although Flick recovers Alejandro Balde, Raphinha and Fermín López will not return until after the October break. The same applies to Joan García, who will probably be absent until early September.
Gavi and Ter Stegen, on the other hand, are long-term absentees. The former until February-March 2026, while the goalkeeper, with luck, will be medically cleared before the end of the year. Jofre Torrents, called up for the first 7 matchdays, does not travel to Seville due to commitments with the reserve team.
- 📋 Squad list: Barcelona's squad list for the match: SEE
Barça will change its defense again in Seville
As a result, Hansi Flick will once again make adjustments to his lineup. Eric García and Pau Cubarsí, who started against PSG, could return to the bench so that Ronald Araujo and Andreas Christensen, as against Real Sociedad, lead the central defense.
Szczesny will be in goal again, as will Jules Koundé on the right flank. On the left, Balde could return in place of Gerard Martín. In midfield, there should be no surprises, with Pedri and Frenkie de Jong accompanying Dani Olmo.
In attack, Ferran Torres and Robert Lewandowski are expected to start again, alongside Marcus Rashford. Roony Bardghji and Toni Fernández, along with Dro, are the only available alternatives. The attacking line, without a doubt, is the most affected by injuries so far.
- ℹ️ Lineups: the probable starting XIs for FC Barcelona and Sevilla: SEE
Sevilla arrives with its full-strength XI available against Barcelona
Unlike Barça, Sevilla has most of its players available for LaLiga matchday 8. Matías Almeyda recovers Kike Salas in defense and would opt for a three-center-back line consisting of Azpilicueta, Salas, and Marcao.
Carmona and Suazo would be the wing-backs, while Gudelj would return to midfield alongside Mendy. Januzaj should also return as an attacking midfielder, accompanying former culé Alexis Sánchez and the team's '9', Nigerian Akor Adams.
In their last home match, the Nervión team fell to Villarreal (1-2), and they haven't won at home against Barcelona in the league for a decade. However, the Andalusians will play for everything to try to spring a surprise before the second break of the season.
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