Lamine Yamal and Dani Olmo are fit and ready to face Espanyol in Barcelona's first game of 2026. Dani Olmo recovered from a dislocated shoulder and participated in a practice match, showing confidence in one-on-one situations and taking an important step. Lamine Yamal missed training on New Year's Day but returned to train with teammates on Friday. Espanyol enter the match on a five-game winning streak. Espanyol press very well, especially in transition, requiring Barcelona to be careful and play at their best.
"Yes, they're ready. Dani played a practice match today; he's not afraid in one-on-one situations. He's taken an important step. Lamine is back too,"
"It will be an interesting match. I want to congratulate Manolo because what he's doing is incredible. They have five consecutive victories; it's fantastic,"
"They're pressing very well, also in transition. We'll have to be careful and play at our best; that's the most important thing."
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