Good evening everybody and welcome to another MARCA in English live blog, this time taking you through the LaLiga EASports clash between Rayo Vallecano and Barcelona at the Estadio de Vallecas.

Barcelona's start to the campaign has been a mixed showcase. A comfortable 3-0 win over Mallorca on opening day suggested Flick's side had carried their pre-season form into the league. Yet against Levante last weekend, they were given a stark reminder of the challenges that come with defending the crown.

Falling behind 2-0 in the first half through goals from Ivan Romero and José Luis Morales, the Catalans needed a stirring second-half comeback. Pedri and Ferran Torres dragged them level, before a late own goal from Unai Elgezabal completed the turnaround.

Rayo have proven a tricky opponent in recent years. Though Barcelona won both meetings last season, including a 2-1 win at Vallecas, the capital club had previously gone five league matches unbeaten against the Catalans between 2021 and 2023.

With the backdrop of a packed, noisy stadium and a squad buoyed by European progress, Perez's team will believe they can cause problems once more.

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Where to watch Rayo Vallecano vs Barcelona?

For fans in the United Kingdom, Rayo Vallecano vs Barcelona can be seen on Premier Sports 1.

US-based fans will be able to see Rayo Vallecano vs Barcelona on ESPN, ESPN+ and ESPN Deportes.

What time does Rayo Vallecano vs Barcelona start?

Rayo Vallecano vs Barcelona is a 21:30 CET kick-off, which is local time in Spain. That means fans in the UK will find the game starting at 20:30 GMT.

Fans in the USA can tune in to watch Rayo Vallecano vs Barcelona at 15:30 ET / 12:30 PT.