The last time Barcelona and Girona met was on Sept. 15 during a La Liga game won 4-1 by FC Barcelona at the Estadi Montilivi in Girona, when Lamine Yamal's brace, Dani Olmo and Raphinha goals gave Flick's side the three points while Cristhian Stuani scored the only goal of the home team.

Barcelona will play their second La Liga match in less than 72 hours when they host Girona at the Olympic Stadium in Montjuïc.

Barcelona return to action against Girona today, just 64 hours after their gruelling clash with Osasuna—a significantly shorter recovery period than the customary 72 hours. This congested schedule