Will Hansi Flick continue to build at champions Barca? Can Xabi Alonso find a new winning formula at the Bernabeu?

Although Barcelona had won 13 of their previous 16 opening day fixtures (drawing two and losing just one), it shouldn’t have been a foregone conclusion that they would go on to make it 15 from 18 against a stubborn Mallorca side featuring ex-Barca midfield Pablo Torre.

Barcelona kicked off the defence of their La Liga title with a 3-0 win at Real Mallorca, but manager Hansi Flick was not happy after the game.

After turning 18, Franco Mastantuono officially joined Real Madrid and immediately drew comparisons with Barcelona’s rising star, Lamine Yamal. Both youngsters have already showcased goals, assists, and fearless dribbling,

Barcelona got back on top in La Liga last season, as Hansi Flick enjoyed an excellent maiden season as the club’s manager. Retaining the title is the aim this year, as well as Champions League

In every La Liga season but one since 2012-13, the top three spots have been claimed by Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid and Barcelona, in one order or another.

Head coach Cesc Fabregas has requested the signing of a new goalkeeper and the hunt has led him and the club to Barcelona for 26-year-old Inaki Pena, who made 16 appearances in LaLiga last season. Como are hoping to accelerate with the Inaki Pena deal and are aiming to have a deal in place by Wednesday.

Bayern Munich star Harry Kane praised Lamine Yamal and even imagined a potential showdown against Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League.

Getafe president complained about the advantages that Real Madrid, Barcelona, and the top five clubs in Spain have, after having to sell Omar Alderete to Sunderland for 'peanuts'.

The French international, now 26, has entered the final year of his contract and has yet to reach an agreement on an extension. Reports from Sempre Barca suggest Barcelona have already moved into the picture,

Barcelona is back in action for the 2025-26 La Liga season, with their first match kicking off this week. ESPN+ offers a wide array of matches throughout the season, including every La Liga match during the 2025-26 season. As the 2025–26 La Liga season kicks off, fans are bracing for another thrilling campaign full of drama and surprises.