Back to work with Villarreal on the horizon – FC Barcelona After two days of rest following Barça’s win over Guadalajara in the Copa del Rey, the squad returned to training on Friday. Barça visit the Estadio
de la Cerámica to face Villarreal for their final game of 2025. Kick off is at 4.15pm CET for the testing challenge after Marcelino’s team, who are in third place in La Liga.
Possible opponents in Copa del Rey round of 16 – FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona, after seeing off Guadalajara in Tuesday Copa del Rey opener, are through to the last sixteen of the competition. Fourteen of the other qualifiers have also been confirmed, with the winner of the Granada v Rayo Vallecano game joining them after they play their game on January 6.
Pedri and Claudia Pina win Barça Players’ Award – FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona players Pedro González and Claudia Pina have received the Barça Players’ award, which is allocated each year by the Club’s Players Association in recognition of fair play displayed throughout the season.
Pampering for Pedri, who is carrying an overload – Mundo Deportivo
Suffering from a problem in his left soleus muscle, the Canary Islander missed training this Friday to reduce the wear and tear accumulated in recent weeks.
Flick’s stance on Barça’s interest in renewing his contract for another year – Mundo Deportivo
Barcelona have already conveyed to his agent the idea of extending his contract until June 2028, but the manager prefers to discuss it once the season is over.
Marcelino: “We may be close, but it’s difficult to compete for the league title against Barça and Madrid” – Mundo Deportivo
The Villarreal CF manager pointed out the physical demands that the last match of the year against Barcelona will entail.
Barça considering signing an English gem – Mundo Deportivo
Barcelona are closely monitoring Ajay Tavares, the Norwich winger and Under-17 international, who will turn 16 this December and holds a European passport.
