Barcelona heads into this LaLiga fixture placed third in the table with 22 points, eager to recover from their loss to Real Madrid in El Clásico and reduce the gap at the top. The match takes place on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 12:30 PM ET (9:30 AM PT) at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys in Barcelona.
Elche, newly promoted and currently eighth with 14 points, has been one of the pleasant surprises of the season. A positive result at the Olímpic could further confirm their strong start and strengthen their mid-table goals.
Barcelona faces a number of key absences, including Pedri, Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha, and Gavi. Manager Hansi Flick must adjust his lineup amid injuries and fatigue. Young players such as Lamine Yamal and Fermín López may play vital roles in filling these gaps.
The visiting club’s success so far has come from their strong defensive organization and disciplined play. Yet, Elche still seeks their first away win of the season and will aim to achieve it against one of LaLiga’s strongest sides.
“A positive result at the Olímpic would confirm Elche’s promising start and strengthen their league position.”
Barcelona seeks redemption and stability against an ambitious Elche side that continues to surprise in its return to LaLiga.