Barcelona stars Frenkie de Jong and Marc Casado face potential Champions League suspension threat
Barcelona’s midfielders Frenkie de Jong and Marc Casado face the threat of suspension in the Champions League. Both players have accumulated two yellow cards during the current season, meaning another caution will prevent them from participating in the upcoming match.
Upcoming Match Implications
The next UEFA Champions League match is set for November 25th against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Absences due to suspension would be significant setbacks for Barcelona, particularly for coach Hansi Flick, who is already dealing with injuries to key players.
Existing Injury Concerns
Midfielder Pedri is expected to miss the match, along with Gavi, who is a long-term injury casualty. The potential absence of both De Jong and Casado could severely impact Barcelona’s lineup.
Current Champions League Performance
As Barcelona prepares to face Club Brugge in their next fixture, they seek their third victory in the competition this season. This match is critical as both De Jong and Casado are the only players at risk of suspension during this encounter in Belgium.
- Frenkie de Jong: 2 yellow cards
- Marc Casado: 2 yellow cards
Club Brugge’s Performance
Club Brugge currently holds a record of one win and two losses in their Champions League games for the 2025-26 season. Their last outing ended in disappointment, as they suffered a 4-0 defeat to Bayern Munich at Allianz Arena.
