The Brazilian winger, who had been recovering from a hamstring injury, looked close to returning in time for the clash — only for fresh doubts to emerge over his fitness just days before kickoff.

Joan Laporta prepares for El Clásico in Huelva, surrounded by Barcelona supporters, during the 15th Congress of Barcelona Fan Clubs of Andalusia, Ceuta, and

Hansi Flick's Barcelona enter this fixture with three points from two matches. Know when and where to watch UEFA Champions League 2025-26 matchday 3 clash live

The team coached by Hansi Flick are one of the strongest candidates for the final win of the tournament and are expected to win after their last home defeat against PSG. Pick: Barcelona 3, Olympiacos 1.

"Given the current uncertainty in Spain, there is insufficient time to properly execute an event of this scale," said organisers.

Fermin Lopez scored a hat trick and Marcus Rashord hit two goals as Barcelona routed Olympiakos 6-1 in the Champions League.

Lionel Messi shares a long history with the city of Barcelona, Spain, for his time at FC Barcelona. Messi is a club legend at FC Barcelona and is considered by many as the greatest player in the club's history.