Barcelona defender Xavi Espart will miss "around seven weeks" with an ankle injury, the LaLiga leaders said on Monday.

Barca defender Espart out for seven weeks

After a superb start to the season Barcelona were brought crashing back down to earth by Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain last week, raising fresh doubts about the Spanish champions' ability to compete against the strongest opponents.

Barca's big-game defeats pose familiar questions

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said Rodri would be back in the starting line-up for Sunday's Clasico showdown against Real Madrid after being rested at kick-off in the Champions League loss away to Paris Saint-Germain.

Rodri needed a rest for Barcelona ahead of Clasico, says Flick

Holders Paris Saint-Germain made it three wins from three in this season's Champions League, beating Barcelona 4-2 thanks to late goals from Vitinha and Fabian Ruiz on Tuesday, while Liverpool clinched a dramatic comeback victory over Villarreal.

PSG late show downs Barca in UCL, Liverpool fight back

Vitinha's superb late strike proved crucial as reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain saw off rivals Barcelona 4-2 on Tuesday in a dramatic game between two of the leading contenders to win this season's Champions League.

PSG strike late to get better of Yamal and Barcelona in Champions League

Next week the winner of the most prestigious individual award in football will be announced at the Ballon d'Or ceremony in London, and some of the leading contenders for the prize will be on the same pitch on Tuesday when Paris Saint-Germain host Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League.

Yamal v PSG: Ballon d'Or backdrop to Champions League showdown

Barcelona defenders Eric Garcia and Jules Kounde have sustained injuries ahead of important matches against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League and Real Madrid in LaLiga, the Spanish champions said Sunday.

Barca defenders Garcia, Kounde injured before key games

There is much debate over who should win the Ballon d'Or this year, but if Lamine Yamal's recent form continues over the season, handing out next year's award would be simple.

Yamal on song as entertainers Barcelona face Betis challenge

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