"The home of Espanyol in Cornellà is the site of the first La Liga game of 2026 for the hosts and Barcelona, who meet in one of the most anticipated Catalan derbies in recent memory to kick off the new year in style. Both teams are in red-hot form in the league, and Espanyol believe this is their best chance to finally conquer their local enemies while Barça are looking for a ninth consecutive league win to maintain their healthy advantage at the top of the table."
"We don't have a lot of rules here, but there are a few things to keep in mind when joining our matchday threads: Even if the referee sucks or we lose the game, watch the swearing. It's just unnecessary. Also, don't discuss illegal streaming links. Those who do it will be warned, and those who post links will be instantly banned. Finally, be nice to each other. This is a Barcelona community and we don't need to offend one another. Have fun with the game! Forever and ever, no matter the competition, VISCA EL BARÇA!"
La Liga Matchday 18 features Espanyol versus Barcelona at RCDE Stadium, Cornellà, on Saturday 3 January 2026 with kickoff times listed for multiple regions. Víctor García Verdura is the referee and Juan Luis Pulido Santana is on VAR. Espanyol are motivated to beat their local rivals while Barcelona pursue a ninth consecutive league win to protect their lead. Broadcast and streaming options include ESPN+, Disney Plus (UK), FanCode (India) and Movistar+ (Spain), with SuperSport carrying the match in Nigeria. Matchday thread rules prohibit illegal streaming links, excessive swearing and harassment; fans are urged to be respectful and enjoy the game. VISCA EL BARÇA!
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