Barcelona supporters were left bemused by seeing their heroes in last season’s third kit for the weekend victory over Mallorca. But as it turns out, there is a very good reason that they were not

Barcelona kicked off their La Liga title defense in style, easing past nine-man Mallorca with a 3-0 win on a night that also saw Marcus Rashford make his long-awaited debut in Catalonia.

In the 36th minute of the La Liga 2025-26 matchday 1 fixture at San Moix, Muriqi challenged for a loose ball towards Barcelona’s penalty box, catching Joan Garcia in the face with his left foot. The referee had initially shown a yellow card, but VAR called for a review, prompting the referee to upgrade the decision to a red card.

Marash Kumbulla is a new Mallorca player, the only thing missing is the official announcement. After a loan spell with Espanyol, the player is returning to La Liga but is switching clubs. Bailey’s agent confirms Roma’s interest: “We are seriously considering this opportunity.”

Marcus Rashford and Joan Garcia have been registered in time to feature in Barcelona’s first La Liga game of the season against Mallorca on Saturday. Rashford signed on loan with an option to buy from Manchester United last month but faced a problem that has hampered Barcelona in recent seasons.

Real supporters are rubbing their hands together.FC Barcelona is heading to Mallorca this Saturday evening for their Liga debut. Raphinha opened the score before the 10th minute, Ferran Torres

FC Barcelona pick up their first three points of the 2025-26 La Liga season after beating Mallorca 3-0 away from home. Goals from Raphinha, Ferran Torres, and Lamine Yamal sealed the win for the current La Liga champions.