FC Barcelona hosts Girona at Montjuïc this Saturday for the 9th matchday of La Liga. A high-stakes Catalan derby between two teams desperate for redemption.
Barça is going through a tough period. After a defeat to PSG in the Champions League and a loss to Sevilla before the break (4-1), Hansi Flick’s men absolutely must react. Sitting second in the table, the Blaugrana are two points behind Real Madrid.
And with the Clasico just a week away, they can no longer afford any mistakes. But Barça will have to do without several key players: Ter Stegen, Gavi, Lewandowski, and Raphinha are all out. Roony Bardghji could get his debut as a result. On the other side, Girona is struggling. In 18th place with just one win in eight matches, the team is dealing with injuries and is looking to find better form. A crucial match for two Catalan clubs who, for very different reasons, desperately need to get back on track.
