After a short break due to international friendlies and FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, La Liga 2025-26 returns with defending champions Barcelona in action on October 18. FC Barcelona will play host to Girona in the ongoing Spanish league, who are in 17th position in the points table. The Blaugrana are second-placed and will look to move past Real Madrid to become La Liga table-toppers. Frenkie de Jong Extends Stay at Barcelona Till 2029, Dutch Midfielder Signs New Contract With Spanish Giants .
The upcoming week for Barcelona is crucial, with El Clasico taking place in La Liga and a UEFA Champions League match against Olympiacos scheduled, and coach Hansi Flick will want to fine-tune his side against Girona, which might see a few players return from injury, namely Lamine Yamal. In