Xavi Espart battles Jorge de Frutos in La Liga

FC Barcelona's Xavi Espart challenges Rayo Vallecano's Jorge de Frutos during their La Liga clash in Barcelona, Spain on 31 August 2026. (Photo: Xinhua via NationPress)

Rayo Vallecano's Sergio Camello celebrates his goal alongside teammate Gerard Martin during the La Liga match against FC Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain on 31 August 2026. (Photo: Xinhua via NationPress)

FC Barcelona's Lamine Yamal goes head-to-head with Rayo Vallecano's Adria Pedrosa during the La Liga fixture in Barcelona, Spain on 31 August 2026. (Photo: Xinhua via NationPress)

FC Barcelona's Raphinha celebrates after scoring during the La Liga clash against Rayo Vallecano in Barcelona, Spain on 31 August 2026. (Photo: Xinhua via NationPress)

FC Barcelona's Joao Cancelo attempts a shot during the La Liga match against Rayo Vallecano in Barcelona, Spain on 31 August 2026. (Photo: Xinhua via NationPress)

FC Barcelona players celebrate a goal during their La Liga home match against Rayo Vallecano in Barcelona, Spain on 31 August 2026. (Photo: Xinhua via NationPress)

FC Barcelona's Raphinha celebrates his goal alongside teammates during the La Liga fixture against Rayo Vallecano in Barcelona, Spain on 31 August 2026. (Photo: Xinhua via NationPress)

Raphinha of FC Barcelona marks his goal with a solo celebration during the La Liga match versus Rayo Vallecano in Barcelona, Spain on 31 August 2026. (Photo: Xinhua via NationPress)

FC Barcelona's Lamine Yamal celebrates after finding the net during the La Liga clash against Rayo Vallecano in Barcelona, Spain on 31 August 2026. (Photo: Xinhua via NationPress)

FC Barcelona's Lamine Yamal competes for possession during the La Liga home fixture against Rayo Vallecano in Barcelona, Spain on 31 August 2026. (Photo: Xinhua via NationPress)