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Elche incident triggers crisis: Laporta shocks Spain by cancelling the champions' celebration for the sake of the 'estelada'

A child and a flag: a firm Catalan stance towards the Spanish police In a surprise move that shook football and political circles in Spain, Joan Laporta,

Elche News / Athlon Sports / August 25

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Ipswich Town welcome Leicester City to Portman Road on Tuesday, August 25, in the second round of the 2026-27 Carabao Cup. The Premier League debutants Ipswich take on a Leicester team playing in League One.

Elche News / Goal.com / August 24

The Barcelona and Elche crisis reaches parliament: an urgent official investigation after Catalonia boils over

Political escalation and widespread anger The Spanish National Police have opened an internal investigation into a security operation around the Martínez Valero stadium, carried out shortly before Elche's La Liga clash with Barcelona.

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Elche News / Goal.com / August 24

Barcelona decide to escalate after Elche incidents: we will protect our fans at the Camp Nou and beyond

A fiery statement from Barcelona What happened around the Martínez Valero stadium did not go unnoticed. Barcelona opened fire on the security forces and issued a strongly worded statement condemning what it called the "excessive" use of force against its supporters before the La Liga match against Elche.

Elche News / Goal.com / August 24

Secret transfer message to Julian Alvarez? Raphinha explains his viral Spider-Man celebration in Barcelona win against Elche

Barcelona kicked off their campaign in emphatic fashion with a resounding 5-0 victory over Elche. Raphinha, wearing the captain's armband and operating as an out-and-out striker under head coach Hansi Flick, opened the scoring from the penalty spot before adding a second goal later in the match.

Hansi Flick News / Goal.com / August 24

Blow for Barcelona! Hansi Flick provides WORRYING Gavi injury update after star leaves Elche clash in tears

Barcelona started their La Liga campaign in dominant fashion with a 5-0 thrashing of Elche on Sunday, but the victory was heavily overshadowed by a concerning injury to Gavi.

Soccer News / Goal.com / August 23

Transfer imminent?! Hansi Flick explains Alejandro Balde shock omission amid left-back's decision to leave as Barcelona crush Elche 5-0 in La Liga opener

Balde was left out of Barcelona's squad for their La Liga opener against Elche on Sunday, with Flick admitting the defender was not fully focused amid mounting transfer speculation.

Elche News / Goal.com / August 23

Dream debut for Anthony Gordon as substitute bags two quick assists in Barcelona's 5-0 win over Elche

Introduced as a 65th-minute substitute for Yamal, Gordon made an immediate impression by registering two assists in five minutes. Operating from the left flank, the 25-year-old England winger first slipped in captain Raphinha before squaring the ball for Lopez to tap into an empty net.

Elche News / ESPN / August 23

Raphinha stars as Barcelona thump Elche 5-0

Barcelona began the defence of their LaLiga title with a thumping 5-0 win away against Elche at the Estadio Manuel Martinez Valero.

Fermin Lopez News / The 4th Official / August 23

Raphinha And Lopez Get 9 | Barcelona Players Rated In Dominant Win Vs Elche

Barcelona locked horns with Elche at the Martínez Valero Stadium earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a good result on the road in La Liga. The Catalan giants made a bright start to the game and scored the opening goal in the 14th minute when Raphinha scored from the penalty spot.

Elche News / Goal.com / August 23

Hamza Abdelkarim breaks his silence after not featuring against Elche: a message carrying a surprise

What did he say? Egypt's Hamza Abdelkarim responded to his absence from Barcelona's clash with Elche with a calm message full of confidence and patience.

Elche News / Goal.com / August 23

Not because of Álvarez: revealing the real secret behind Raphinha's celebration

The Brazilian shone today Raphinha opened Barcelona's account for the new season, converting the first team's goal against Elche from the penalty spot.

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Elche News / Goal.com / August 23

Panic at Barcelona: Gavi leaves the Elche match after a knee injury

Pedri came on as a substitute Barcelona were dealt a worrying blow during their clash with Elche, after midfielder Gavi was forced off before the end of the first half.

Elche News / Goal.com / August 23

Panic in Barcelona: Gavi leaves the Elche match after a knee injury

Pedri came on as a substitute Barcelona suffered a worrying blow during their clash with Elche. Midfielder Gavi was forced off before the end of the first half, going down and immediately asking to be substituted, in a scene that brought back memories of his previous serious injury.

Elche News / Goal.com / August 23

Raphinha scores and surprises everyone with a mysterious celebration that raises questions!

To whom is he sending his message? Raphinha put Barcelona ahead against Elche at the Martinez Valero, the Brazilian tucking away a penalty in the 13th minute.

Elche News / Athlon Sports / August 23

How & Where to Watch Elche vs. Barcelona? Start Time, Live Streaming and TV Channels for La Liga

Defending champions Barcelona begin their 2026–27 La Liga campaign on the road against Elche CF today at the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero.T The fixture marks Barcelona’s first game of the new season, while Elche enter the contest after earning a 1-1 draw against Deportivo La Coruña in their opening match.

Hansi Flick News / Goal.com / August 23

Flick surprises everyone at kick-off: official line-up announced for the Elche clash

What is Hamza's position? Barcelona boss Hansi Flick has named his starting line-up to kick off his La Liga campaign, and the German has sprung a few surprises.

Elche News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Elche vs. Barcelona Lineups & Confirmed Team News for La Liga Match

FC Barcelona will play its first La Liga of the new season away from home. Elche hosts FC Barcelona at the Estadio Manuel Martinez Valero in Elche, Spain.

Elche News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Is Rodri Playing Tonight for Barcelona vs. Elche?

FC Barcelona first game of the new season will be away at Elche in La Liga. Barcelona are the current Spanish champions after winning the league title for two consecutive seasons.

Joan Laporta News / Goal.com / August 23

Álvarez and Baldé in the picture: a surprise stance from Laporta before the Elche clash

His first trip after the health setback Barcelona president Joan Laporta, on his first trip since suffering a cardiac arrhythmia, said nothing before lunch with Elche's board of directors, where Julian Alvarez and Alejandro Balde were the centre of attention.

Hansi Flick News / Goal.com / August 23

Hamza's inclusion and a surprise exclusion: Flick announces Barcelona squad for Elche clash

The first official appearance in La Liga Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has announced his squad for Sunday's match against Elche in the second round of the Spanish league.

Elche News / The 4th Official / August 21

Gordon To Lead The Charge | 4-2-3-1 Barcelona Predicted Lineup Vs Elche

Barcelona will face off against Elche at the Martínez Valero Stadium this Sunday night as they look to secure all three points on the road in La Liga. The Catalan club secured a 2-1 win over Al Ahly recently, which should keep them in good spirits going into this game.