Huge blow for Barça ahead of El Clásico! Xabi Alonso celebrates the news

The clásico between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona, which will take place next October 26 at Bernabéu, will be the most decisive match of the season. The clash comes at a crucial moment in the season, with both teams fighting for the top spot in LaLiga. A victory can change the course of the championship, both in sporting and emotional terms.

Real Madrid, under Xabi Alonso's leadership, approaches the match with very high morale. Los Blancos have strung together several consecutive victories and are showing solidity in every area. With Kylian Mbappé in stellar form and a squad that's increasingly competitive, Los Blancos want to make a statement against their eternal rival.

Meanwhile, Hansi Flick's Barça arrives at the clásico in a moment of uncertainty. The Catalan team has suffered greatly from injuries in recent weeks and faces the clash with several major doubts. Players like Lewandowski, Ferran, Olmo, Raphinha, and Joan García are nursing injuries, and some, like the goalkeeper, are completely ruled out.

Major absence at Barça for the clásico! Xabi Alonso celebrates

However, in recent hours, news has emerged that further complicates Barça's situation. Hansi Flick won't be able to sit on the Bernabéu bench after being sent off against Girona. The German lost his temper after a refereeing decision and was penalized with a double booking by Gil Manzano.

The incident occurred in the final minutes of the match, after a foul in favor of Barça was not called. Hansi Flick protested vehemently from the technical area, which earned him the first yellow card. Just seconds later, he confronted the referee again, who didn't hesitate to show him a straight red card.

The worst may be yet to come for the Barça coach. After Barça's dramatic goal in the 93rd minute, Hansi Flick made two obscene gestures toward the field, a move that could worsen his punishment. If the referee includes it in his report, the German could miss more than one match.

Hansi Flick misses the clásico

As a result, Barça will face the clásico with a doubly significant absence: Hansi Flick's absence and that of several of his starters. Meanwhile, at Real Madrid the news has been received with relief. Xabi Alonso will be able to prepare for the match calmly, knowing that his main rival arrives depleted and without their leader on the bench.

October 26 promises intense emotions. Bernabéu will witness another chapter of this legendary rivalry, but this time with Hansi Flick suspended, Barça depleted, and Real Madrid at full strength. The battle for the top spot in LaLiga is on.