Barcelona -defender Balde could miss the UEFA Champions League opener in Newcastle


Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde maybe the first UEFA Champions League2025-26 match of the Club in Newcastle is missing after he had sustained a hamstring injury on Wednesday.

The left back was injured during the training and Spanish reports estimate that he could miss between three and four weeks.

«Balde sustained a slight injury on his left hamstring during today’s training session. His availability will depend on how he is progressing,» said La Liga champion Barcelona in a statement.

The Spanish defender is expected to be set aside for Valencia’s visit in La Liga on September 14, before the trip to Newcastle on September 18.

Published on 04 September 2025



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