Hansi Flick had left it open which goalkeeper would guard the net today in the Copa del Rey. Now there is clarity.Marc-André ter Stegen returns after his injury and is allowed to play in the Spanish

In a closed up Copa del Rey debut, FC Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has set the record straight to Marc-Andre ter Stegen after his return from injury after 14 months. Marc-André ter Stegen has finally made his long-awaited return to FC Barcelona after undergoing multiple recovery processes following two significant injuries.

In a surprising turn of events, FC Barcelona's head coach Hansi Flick has made a bold decision by starting Marc-André ter Stegen as the goalkeeper in the Copa del Rey match against Deportivo Guadalajara.

As such, the German seems to have put his lower back troubles behind him after the operation in July. Now in his twelfth season at the Club, Ter Stegen has made his first appearance of the 2025/26 season, taking his total to 423.

Barcelona fans online were left disappointed with goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen being included in the starting XI to face Guadalajara in the Copa Del Rey.

In a thrilling match that showcased both resilience and skill, FC Barcelona secured their place in the next round of the Copa del Rey, defeating Deportivo Guadalajara 2-0. This victory marked a significant moment for the team,

Andreas Christensen and Marcus Rashford were on target for Barcelona in the second half as the La Liga champions secured a hard-fought 2-0 win over third-tier Spanish side CD Guadalajara in a Copa del Rey round of 32 clash on Tuesday.

A late goal by Marcus Rashford ensured defending champions Barcelona held off Copa del Rey minnows Guadalajara.