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How will Barcelona line up against Alavés in a must-win La Liga match?

Barcelona look to bounce back from their first league defeat of the season and maintain their narrow lead at the top of the La Liga table as the leaders welcome a solid Deportivo Alavés side to Camp Nou. Here’s how…

By Renato Gonçalves · Barca Blaugranes

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 8:00 AM

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Barca Blaugranes projects a heavily rotated Barcelona starting lineup against Deportivo Alavés.
The writer expects Hansi Flick to rest several stars ahead of games against Aston Villa and Atlético Madrid.
Injuries and rest could hand starts to Pau Cubarsí, Gerard Martín, and youngster Brian Fariñas in defense.

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Renato Gonçalves predicts Hansi Flick will heavily rotate Barcelona's starting lineup for Saturday's La Liga clash against Deportivo Alavés. Following a defeat in El Clásico and with upcoming matches against Aston Villa and Atlético Madrid, the writer suggests key regulars will be rested.

Barca Blaugranes anticipates a defensive pairing of Pau Cubarsí and Gerard Martín, with Brian Fariñas potentially starting at right-back. The projected midfield features Marc Bernal, Frenkie de Jong, and Gavi, while Karim Adeyemi, Gabriel Jesus, and Anthony Gordon are tipped to form the front line.

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