Barcelona Hit by Late Setback Ahead of Crucial Champions League Clash
At a delicate moment in the season, FC Barcelona have been dealt a surprising blow that could unsettle their preparations just hours before a pivotal Champions League fixture.
The Catalan giants are gearing up for a crucial Group Stage showdown with Olympiacos at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys (Montjuïc), with fans eagerly anticipating a strong performance from Hansi Flick’s men.
However, the unexpected twist has not come from a tactical change or a surprise lineup decision — but from the sudden absence of a key player, throwing the coaching staff’s plans into uncertainty
Barcelona Confirm Late Blow as Christensen Ruled Out of Olympiacos Clash
As Barcelona look to climb the Champions League group standings—having collected just three points from their opening two matches—unexpected news from within the camp has sparked fresh concern among supporters.
In an official statement released only hours before kickoff, the club confirmed that defender Andreas Christensen will miss the match against Olympiacos due to a sudden gastrointestinal illness. The announcement offered no additional details regarding the nature of the condition or his recovery timeline.
However, sources inside the club emphasized that the decision to leave Christensen out was purely precautionary, and that the Danish centre-back is expected to return in time for the upcoming El Clásico against Real Madrid on October 26.
Christensen’s absence represents a last-minute adjustment for Hansi Flick’s side as they aim to regain momentum in Europe, with the team’s defensive stability now under scrutiny ahead of one of the most critical weeks in Barcelona’s season.
