The Brazilian winger, who had been recovering from a hamstring injury, looked close to returning in time for the clash — only for fresh doubts to emerge over his fitness just days before kickoff.

FC Barcelona will face Olympiacos in the Champions League today, but they will have to do so without the services of two key players: Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski.

As the much-anticipated match between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona approaches, fans and analysts alike are keeping a close eye on the fitness of key players. With kick-off set for Sunday at 16:15 hours (DAZN), the situation surrounding several Barcelona players has become clearer, particularly regarding Raphinha and Jules Koundé.

The reigning La Liga Champions FC Barcelona's captain Raphinha, is set to extend his stay at the Catalan club after his team's historic domestic treble this season. FC Barcelona has bagged La Liga, Super Copa De España, and Copa Del Rey Cups this season.

Real Madrid won the first El Clasico of the season 2-1 against Barcelona at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday in a match where the goals took place in the first half and the serious tension in the second half.

Real Madrid defeated Barcelona in the 2025–26 LaLiga Clasico, with Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham scoring the decisive goals in a thrilling 2–1 victory. Check out here the highlights and key moments from the match.