Two wins and a draw in August mark an encouraging start for FC Barcelona, but recent defensive lapses in the last two games have raised some concerns.
Hansi Flick will be hoping the international break offers a chance to reset and find solutions. With registration issues now largely resolved—Roony Bardghji’s situation being the only exception—the manager can finally work with a more settled squad. The break also gives him valuable time to focus on La Masia talents and the senior players who haven't joined their national teams.
So, what awaits Barcelona after the international break? What can the club and its fans look forward to in September?
The Champions League returns
The Champions League returns this month, and with it, the excitement that always surrounds Barcelona’s European campaign. It’s the trophy every top club covets, and Barça fans are already dreaming of glory. September features just one fixture in the league stage but it’s a potential banana skin: a tricky clash against Newcastle United.
The Premier League side will no doubt bring a ferocious atmosphere, especially at St. James' Park, but there’s a chance they could still be feeling the effects of the Alexandre Isak transfer saga, something Barcelona will be keen to exploit.
La Liga dominance
Following the international break, Barcelona’s calendar is dominated by La Liga action, with four league fixtures scheduled after play resumes on the weekend of 13–14 September. The run begins with a home clash against Valencia, followed by matches against Getafe and Real Sociedad, with a trip to Real Oviedo sandwiched in between.
Camp Nou troubles
It may not be the Spotify Camp Nou, but Barcelona can still rely on a passionate home crowd of loyal Culés. The City Council has laid doubt that redevelopment work on the stadium remains will be completed and not suitable to host Matchday 4, despite Laporta-level optimism within the club.
As a result, the upcoming clash against Valencia is likely to come too soon for a Camp Nou return, and the remaining home fixtures in September may also be affected. The Estadi Johan Cruyff is now the most likely venue for Barça’s first post-break match, with other scheduled home games potentially being held there as well if construction delays persist.
Ballon d’Or ceremony
There’s growing debate among fans over whether Lamine Yamal deserves to take home the award this year, while many are backing Aitana Bonmatí to claim her third world’s best title. All eyes will be on the ceremony set for 22 September, where questions will finally be answered. Can Barcelona celebrate once again with winners in both the men’s and women’s categories?
Who knows what September will bring for the Culés, but fans will be hoping for maximum points, strong performances, and perhaps even more silverware from individual players making its way back to Barcelona.