Barça Rebels! Problems with the New Date for the Match Against Osasuna

The new proposed date for the postponed match between FC Barcelona and Osasuna, set for March 27, 2025, presents several problems for the Blaugrana team. The club has expressed its disagreement and is considering filing an appeal within the stipulated 48-hour period to try to find an alternative. The final decision will rest with the Competition Judge, who will have to balance the needs of both clubs and the limitations of the calendar.

Although the clubs did not prefer this date, the decision was made to ensure that the match takes place as soon as possible without affecting the rest of the competitions. Other dates that were considered included the weekend of April 26 and 27, if Barcelona did not advance to the final of the Copa del Rey, or May 21, if the team remained active in the various competitions. However, for now the officially established date is March 27.

Why Barcelona Does Not Want the Proposed Date

The clubs, especially FC Barcelona, did not want the proposed date of March 27 for the postponed match against Osasuna for several reasons. Hansi Flick would not be able to count on Raphinha and Ronald Araujo, two key players in the German coach's scheme. These players would be with their national teams (Brazil and Uruguay respectively) during the international break.

The absence of these players would represent a significant disadvantage for Barcelona, considerably weakening the team. Especially after the injuries to Íñigo Martínez and Marc Casadó. Furthermore, the match would be played just after the international break, meaning that a large portion of Barcelona's players would not have adequate rest. Many of them would be returning from their international commitments with little recovery time.

Logistical Problems: Some players, especially South Americans, would have difficulties arriving on time. For example, Brazil plays against Argentina on Wednesday at 1:00 AM local time, while Uruguay plays in La Paz on Tuesday at 9:00 PM. This would leave very little time for the players to return and prepare for the match.

Alternative Dates to Play Barça-Osasuna

Both Barcelona and Osasuna preferred to play the match on a later date, specifically the week of May 19, between matchdays 37 and 38 of LaLiga. These reasons led the clubs, especially Barcelona, to express their disagreement with the date proposed by LaLiga and the RFEF, seeking an alternative that would not affect their sporting performance and the well-being of their players.

1. If Barcelona is eliminated from the Copa del Rey, the match could be played on April 27.
2. If Barcelona reaches the finals of the Copa del Rey and the Champions League, the only available date would be May 21, just three days before the last matchday of LaLiga.

What Legal Measures Could Barcelona Take if No Solution is Found?

According to the latest information, FC Barcelona could take the following legal measures if a satisfactory solution regarding the date of the match against Osasuna is not found. It is important to note that these legal actions could have additional consequences and potentially exacerbate the existing tension between FC Barcelona and the governing bodies of Spanish football. In this situation, the club is carefully evaluating the risks and benefits of each option before proceeding with any legal action.

File an appeal: The club has already threatened to take legal action if an agreement on the match date is not reached. This could involve filing a formal appeal with the competent authorities.

Resort to ordinary justice: If sports avenues are exhausted, Barcelona could consider taking the case to ordinary courts to seek a favorable resolution.

Request precautionary measures: As it has done in previous situations, the club could request urgent precautionary measures from the Superior Sports Council (CSD) to try to change the date of the match.

Challenge the decision: Barcelona could formally challenge the decision of LaLiga and the RFEF, arguing that the proposed date significantly harms the team due to the absence of key players.

Sue for damages: If the club believes that the decision causes it significant economic or sporting harm, it could consider a lawsuit for damages.

What Do Barça Fans Think About the New Match Date?

Barça supporters are beginning to show their rejection of the controversial decision, as the club has expressed its disagreement with the proposed date due to the absence of key players. Decisions against Barcelona by various governing bodies of Spanish football have created an atmosphere of distrust among fans, who feel that they are always looking to harm the team and the club.

We recall that the match between FC Barcelona and CA Osasuna, scheduled for matchday 27 of LaLiga on March 8, 2025, was postponed due to the death of Dr. Carles Miñarro, a member of Barcelona's medical staff.