The champions are back in action. Barcelona, winners of the last two LaLiga titles, begin their journey in the new season with a visit to Elche, a team hoping to once again turn the Martínez Valero into one of its biggest strengths.

Hansi Flick’s side enter the campaign with several new faces following the arrivals of Anthony Gordon, Karim Adeyemi, Joao Cancelo and Rodri, although the latter is not yet ready to make his debut. The Spanish midfielder only recently joined training and still needs time to regain match fitness.

Barcelona Begin Their Title Defense

The biggest question for Flick will be in attack. Barcelona have yet to complete the signing of a center forward, meaning youngster Hamza Abdelkarim, who scored four goals during preseason, is one of the options to lead the line.

Elche Rely on Home Strength at the Martínez Valero

Elche, coached by Martín Anselmi, enter the matchup with more preparation under their belt and confidence after earning a 1-1 draw in their league opener.

All the Goals

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