Hey Blaugrana fans, Jay Asser here bringing you the latest on all things Barcelona.
10:00pm – Messi is the best ever, says Huesca coach
Huesca coach Leo Franco has warned his La Liga newcomers they will come up against “the best player in the history of football” when they rub shoulders with Barcelona star Lionel Messi.
The Argentinian, who has guided last season’s Segunda Division runners-up to an unbeaten start in the top flight, has no doubts about the threat posed by his illustrious compatriot, but also the danger of underestimating his team-mates.
6:00 pm – Jordi Alba has a point to prove ahead of Huesca visit
La Liga title holders Barcelona get back to action on Sunday evening with a home game against newly-promoted Huesca, who have made a great start to the season with a win and a draw from their opening two games.
Read Andy West’s talking points ahead of the match
2:27pm – Barca wish Munir a happy 23rd birthday
Munir El Haddadi turned 23 on Saturday and Barcelona wished the Spaniard a happy birthday on Twitter by showing his goal against Tottenham in the International Champions Cup this year.
G⚽️AL MORNING!!
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) September 1, 2018
🎊🎉🎂 Happy Birthday @Munirhaddadi! 🎂🎊🎉 pic.twitter.com/2zuZzYtitK
12:30pm – Pique charged for driving with no points on licence
Gerard Pique was arrested on Friday for driving without a valid licence, according to radio station Cadena SER.
The Blaugrana man was found to have no points on his licence due to previous traffic infractions. In Spain, the punishment for driving without any points on your licence could result in six months in prison or a fine up to €6,000.
