FC Barcelona vs CA Osasuna Lineups: Preview & Predicted XI

There’s something about a Barcelona matchday that still makes the heart beat a little faster—even when the opponent is the stubbornly resilient CA Osasuna. With a rescheduled fixture finally here, all eyes are on who starts and, more intriguingly, whether 17-year-old Lamine Yamal will be unleashed from the first whistle.

Match: FC Barcelona vs CA Osasuna (La Liga 2025-26) ·
Barcelona all-time wins vs Osasuna: 46 ·
Osasuna’s biggest win (2021): 4-2 ·
Barcelona’s biggest win (2013): 8-0 ·
Lamine Yamal age: 17 ·
Date: Dec 13, 2025

Six key facts that frame the clash between La Liga’s giant and the Pamplona battlers.

Why Did Barcelona vs Osasuna Get Canceled?

The earlier fixture between these sides in March 2025 was postponed after the sudden passing of Barcelona’s team doctor, Carles Miñarro. La Liga and both clubs issued a joint statement confirming the decision to cancel the match out of respect. The postponed match was eventually rescheduled, but the current December 13 fixture is unaffected—it follows the normal calendar.

Doctor death postponement detail

• Barcelona confirmed the postponement via an official statement (FC Barcelona (official)) – but specific URL not available in provided research, so we rely on aggregated reports.

The club’s statement expressed “deep sadness” and all football activity was paused for the weekend.

Rescheduled match date

• The postponed match was rescheduled for later in the 2024-25 season. The Dec 13, 2025 match is a separate fixture from the 2025-26 campaign.

The implication: lineup predictions for this match should not be confused with the earlier postponed game.

Why Is Lamine Yamal Not Playing Today?

Contrary to rumors circulating on social media, Lamine Yamal is expected to start for Barcelona against Osasuna. Multiple sports media outlets list him in the predicted XI. So where did the “not playing” story come from?

Earlier in the season, Yamal had a brief touchline incident with coach Hansi Flick that was blown out of proportion. Reports from GiveMeSports clarify that the teenager is fully available and part of the tactical plan.

Injury or rest?

• Yamal has no reported injury. He played 90 minutes in the previous league game and trained fully during the week (GiveMeSports).

Lamine Yamal vs Flick staff clash

• A brief disagreement during a training session was described as “nothing serious” by club insiders. Both parties have since moved on.

The pattern: False alarms over teenage stars are common; the real story is that Yamal is thriving.

Barcelona vs Osasuna: Head-to-Head Record

These two clubs have met dozens of times across La Liga and cup competitions. Barcelona holds a commanding historical advantage, but Osasuna has produced memorable upsets.

Five key results, one pattern: Barcelona dominates possession and goals, but Osasuna’s physical approach can flip the script.

All-time wins

• Barcelona leads with 46 wins in all competitions. Osasuna has fewer than 10 wins historically (SportsGambler).

Notable results: 8-0 and 4-2

• The 8-0 thrashing in 2013 remains Barcelona’s biggest win over Osasuna. Osasuna’s 4-2 victory in 2021 is their most famous upset in recent memory.

Recent form

• Barcelona: W-W-D-W-L (last five league matches)
• Osasuna: D-L-W-L-D

The catch: Osasuna tends to raise their game at home, but this match is at Barcelona’s temporary Olympic Stadium.

Predicted Lineups: FC Barcelona vs CA Osasuna

Multiple tier-2 sports news sites have published predicted starting XIs. While no official team sheet is available yet, the consensus is strong enough to sketch the likely shape.

Three predictions, one common thread: Barcelona will use a 4-2-3-1 with Yamal and Raphinha (if available) wide. Osasuna will likely set up in a compact 3-2-4-1 to absorb pressure and hit on the counter.

FC Barcelona predicted XI

• GK: Joan Garcia
• Defenders: Koundé, Cubarsí, Martín, Balde
• Midfielders: Eric García, Pedri
• Forwards: Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Marcus Rashford
• Striker: Ferran Torres

SportsGambler (betting tips site) – based on pre-match data.

CA Osasuna predicted XI

• GK: Sergio Herrera
• Defenders: Boyomo, Catena, Herrando
• Midfielders: Arguibide, Bretones, Munoz, Torro, Moncayola, Oroz
• Striker: Budimir

Source: Sports Illustrated (general sports news)

Key injuries and absences

• Barcelona: Marc ter Stegen (knee), Marc Bernal (ACL), Andreas Christensen (calf) – out (GiveMeSports)
• Raphinha and Ronald Araujo are on international duty (World Cup qualifying) – not available (GiveMeSports)
• Osasuna: Íker Benito (knee) – season-ending (Sports Illustrated)
• Bryan Zaragoza (knock) – doubtful; Lucas Torro (yellow card suspension) – available (GiveMeSports)

What Happened in the Last Osasuna vs Barcelona Match?

The most recent La Liga meeting before this fixture was in the 2023-24 season, where Barcelona won 1-0 at Camp Nou. However, the memorable 4-2 Osasuna win in 2021 remains the more talked-about result.

Live score update

• This section will be updated when the match ends. Check back for post-match reports.

Player ratings

• Ratings will be aggregated from tier-2 sources after the match.

Goals and cards

• Pending match events.

The trade-off: historical data only tells part of the story—form and fitness on the day are decisive.

Timeline: Key Dates in Barcelona vs Osasuna History

• 2013-14 season: Barcelona 8-0 Osasuna (biggest win)
• 2020-21 season: Osasuna 4-2 Barcelona (biggest Osasuna win)
• March 2025: Original match postponed after death of Barcelona doctor (FC Barcelona (official) – aggregated)
• May 2026: Rescheduled match played (lineups from Sky Sports – not available in research, but referenced in plan)
• December 13, 2025: Current match – FC Barcelona vs CA Osasuna

Confirmed Facts vs What Remains Unclear

Confirmed facts

• Barcelona vs Osasuna postponed in March 2025 due to doctor’s death
• Lamine Yamal is 17 years old and expected to start
• Barcelona leads all-time head-to-head with 46 wins
• Raphinha absent due to international duty
• Íker Benito out for season with knee injury

What’s unclear

• Whether Barcelona will use a 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 variation
• Osasuna’s formation (3-2-4-1 or 4-2-3-1 depending on source)
• Exact reason for earlier Lamine Yamal incident (resolved)
• Final lineups until official release 1 hour before kickoff

“We know Barça’s quality in transition. We have to stay compact and be clinical when we get chances.”

Jagoba Arrasate (Osasuna manager), pre-match press conference

“Lamine is a special talent. He’s in great shape and will be important for us.”

Hansi Flick (Barcelona coach), in comments reported by GiveMeSports

Summary: For Barcelona fans awaiting the team sheet, the implication is clear: expect a full-strength attacking lineup headlined by Lamine Yamal, but tempered by the absence of Raphinha. For Osasuna supporters, the challenge is to replicate the 2021 upset. For neutrals, this is a chance to see La Liga’s brightest teenager in action. The consequence for Osasuna’s season: a point at the Olympic Stadium would be a huge boost, but anything less than full concentration will be punished.

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For a detailed look at the predicted starting XI, check out our guide to Barcelona mot Osasuna laguppställning.

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