Barca’s Title Defense Begins This Sunday | MLS News

MLS News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 23, 2026 · 1m

Barcelona kicks off their La Liga title defense against Elche, a team narrowly avoiding relegation last season, in a high-stakes opener that could set the tone for another championship run. After a World Cup break, Flick’s squad is stacked and hungry for momentum, aiming to dominate from the first whistle. Last January’s 3-1 win saw Yamal lead the charge, but with key scorers Ferran Torres and Rashford now gone, new stars must step up. Elche will be fierce, but Barcelona’s talent and energy make them favorites — watch for a statement performance as they prove they’re still Spain’s team to…