Barça Gears Up for Girona Showdown: A Crucial Battle at Montilivi

As the clock ticks down to kickoff, Barcelona prepares for a high-stakes clash against Girona at Montilivi this Saturday (18:30 CET). The coveted second spot in the standings, securing entry to the next edition of the Spanish Super Cup, hangs in the balance.

With a two-point advantage over Míchel’s side, the Blaugrana aim to seal their sole remaining objective after being left empty-handed in the trophy race this season.

The Barcelona expedition departed at 10:30 CET from the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper, bound for Hotel CMC Girona, where they will bide their time until kickoff. Among the travelers is Vítor Roque, having overcome the discomfort that sidelined him from the last training session.

Given the match’s significance, Xavi has brought all available players to Girona. Only the injured trio of Frenkie de Jong, Alejandro Balde, and Gavi, along with academy prospects Marc Guiu and Marc Casadó, remain in Barcelona to bolster the reserves, currently embroiled in the Liga Hypermotion promotion battle against Tarazona.

The Blaugrana were greeted by around 200 fans, eager to rally behind Xavi and his squad, hoping for a photo or autograph opportunity.

While the Barcelona squad dines at the hotel, the board will partake in the customary directors’ luncheon with their Girona counterparts at Finca Mas Batlle.