Barcelona v Arsenal: How 'Barca way' continues despite big-name exits
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Arsenal face a much-changed Barcelona in the Women's Champions League on Thursday - but how have the Spanish giants coped so well with losing key players?
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Esmee Brugts has made more than 100 appearances for Barcelona after joining in 2023
ByEmma SandersBBC Sport women’s football news reporter in Barcelona
Barcelona's team is markedly different to the one Arsenal faced in the 2025 Women's Champions League final - but the challenge is as difficult as ever.
Three-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas was among a number of high-profile summer departures, but Barca remain favourites to continue their European domination.
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