Mallorca vs. Barcelona lineups: Predicted starting XI, team news, injury latest with Rashford, Garcia in registration race originally appeared on The Sporting News Barcelona's La Liga title defence kicks off with a trip to Mallorca on August 16 as Hansi Flick aims to retain the trophy he secured in a dominant debut campaign.

One of the biggest surprises from Barcelona’s starting lineup for their opening game against Mallorca was the inclusion of Eric Garcia. Hansi Flick decided to start the former Manchester City starlet ahead of Jules Kounde,

In the end, there was no miracle—nor was one expected—and Robert Lewandowski will be Barcelona’s major absentee in their LaLiga opener against Mallorca (7:30 p.m.

Lamine Yamal scored twice against Seoul and is likely to start once again alongside Robert Lewandowski , Raphinha and Dani Olmo as Flick continues to groove his first-choice attack. Marcus Rashford has made his first two Barcelona appearances from the bench and the on-loan Manchester United star should expect more of the same.

The Barcelona defender is heading to Saudi Arabia, and although he was a vital piece in Barca's success last season, Hansi Flick already has a contingency plan.