FC Barcelona Faces Girona in Crucial LaLiga Showdown

Barcelona, Spain – FC Barcelona will host Girona on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in a crucial match for both teams in LaLiga. The kickoff is set for 8:15 a.m. CDT (10:15 a.m. EDT).

After a tough 4-1 defeat to Sevilla in the previous round, Barcelona aims to reclaim its winning form while sitting in second place, just two points behind leaders Real Madrid. With a record of six wins, one draw, and one loss this season, the team is determined to secure its seventh victory against Girona.

Barcelona’s lineup is expected to feature Wojciech Szczesny in goal, supported by defenders Jules Koundé, Eric García, Pau Cubarsí, and Alejandro Balde. The midfield will include Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, and Casadó, while the attacking front could feature Roony Bardghji, Marcus Rashford, and Ferran Torres.

In contrast, Girona is currently struggling in the league. They managed to secure their first win of the season last round, defeating Valencia 2-1, but still find themselves in the relegation zone with just six points from eight matches. Coach Míchel Sánchez hopes to build on this victory as they face a challenging away game.

Girona’s potential lineup includes Paulo Gazzaniga in goal, with a defensive lineup of Hugo Rincón, Arnau Martínez, Vitor Reis, and Daley Blind. Axel Witsel will anchor the midfield, supported by John Solís, Portu, Bryan Gil, and Vladyslav Vanat in the attack.

Notably, both teams are coping with significant injuries. Barcelona will be without Marc-André ter Stegen, Pablo Gavi, Joan García, Raphinha, and Dani Olmo. Girona will miss Juan Carlos, David López, Donny van de Beek, Ricard Artero, Aleksandr Tsygankov, and the suspended Iván Martín.

The match will be broadcast live on SKY Sports in Mexico, as both teams strive for points in this pivotal clash.