November 22nd marks a monumental day for Barcelona supporters globally as Hansi Flick’s team makes its return to the Spotify Camp Nou for the first time since its 3-0 victory against Mallorca in May 2023. During this interval, Barcelona has played at the Estadio Olimpico Ruiz Companys while the iconic stadium underwent an extensive renovation. Young talent Lamine Yamal will also make his return, having debuted against Barcelona at the old Camp Nou. On April 29, 2023, Yamal, at just 15 years and 9 months old, became the youngest player to debut for Barcelona this century and the youngest in the club’s history to participate in La Liga. Ahead of the match on Saturday, the Catalan club has hinted at a “special honorary kick-off,” which has piqued significant interest among the fanbase.
Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming match.
How to watch Barcelona vs. Athletic Club, odds
- Date: November 22nd (Saturday) | Time: 10:15 a.m. (Eastern Standard Time)
- Location: Spotify Camp Nou – Barcelona
- Live stream: ESPN+
- Odds: Barcelona -243; Draw +404; Athletic Club +569
Possible lineup
Barcelona XI: Joan Garcia, Jules Koundé, Ronald Araujo, Eric Garcia, Alejandro Balde, Marc Casado, Fermin Lopez, Lamine Yamal, Dani Helm, Phelan Towers, Robert Lewandowski.
Athletic Club XI: Unai Simon, Andoni Gorosabel, Daniel Vivian, Aymeric Laporte, Yuri Berchiche, Iñigo Ruiz de Galarreta, Mikel Jaureguizar, Alex Berenguer, Oihan Sunset, Nico Williams, Gorka Guruzeta.
Prediction
Barcelona must seize the opportunity to secure a victory in their inaugural match at the newly renovated Spotify Camp Nou, making it a special occasion for both the team and its supporters. Prediction: Barcelona 3, Athletic Club 1.
### Fan Take:
This match is hugely significant for soccer fans, as it symbolizes Barcelona’s return to its legendary home turf, bringing a renewed sense of hope and enthusiasm. A win could not only boost team morale but also reinvigorate the passion of fans globally, highlighting the importance of stadiums as cathedrals of the sport.
