Barcelona has received a boost ahead of their La Liga clash against Las Palmas on Saturday at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, with forwards Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres declared fit to play. This match holds additional significance as it coincides with Barça’s 125th-anniversary celebrations, a milestone the club will mark with its passionate fans in attendance. Both players are included in Hansi Flick’s 23-man squad, giving the team a timely lift as they look to regain momentum in the league.
The full squad for the encounter includes Cubarsí, Balde, Iñigo Martinez, Gavi, Ferran Torres, Pedri, Lewandowski, Raphinha, Iñaki Peña, Pablo Torre, Fermín López, Pau Víctor, Lamine Yamal, Olmo, Frenkie de Jong, Koundé, Eric García, Szczęsny, Astralaga, H. Fort, Gerard Martín, S. Domínguez, and Guillermo.
Barça will be eager to secure three points after a frustrating run of form that saw them collect just one point from their last two fixtures, with a draw against Real Sociedad and a defeat to Celta Vigo. This dip has allowed second-placed Real Madrid to close the gap at the top of the table to four points, with Los Blancos holding a game in hand. The pressure is on for Barcelona to assert themselves and maintain their lead in the standings.
For fans, the excitement around this match is heightened not only by the 125th-anniversary festivities but also by the return of Lamine Yamal, the rising La Masia talent, and Ferran Torres, who both bring attacking firepower to the team. Barcelona will rely on their depth and star players, including Robert Lewandowski and Pedri, to guide them back to winning ways.
With Diego Martínez’s Las Palmas visiting, Barcelona faces a determined side, but the focus will be on ensuring they capitalize on home advantage and deliver a performance worthy of the occasion. A win here would not only reignite their title charge but also serve as a fitting tribute to the club’s rich history and legacy.
