Barcelona Players Shine in March 2025 International Break
Discover the March 2025 international break where 10 Barcelona players represent Spain, Brazil, France, and more! Check the full match schedules, TV channels, and key battles featuring Yamal, Pedri, Lewandowski, and Araújo.
3/20/20253 min read


🌍 Barcelona Players on International Duty – March 2025: Full Guide & Where to Watch 📺⚽
The March 2025 international break is here, and FC Barcelona’s stars are set to take center stage on the global football scene! 🌟 With ten key first-team players called up across different national teams, this break will be packed with action for Barça fans worldwide.
🔴🔵 Barcelona’s 2024-25 season has been phenomenal so far. The team remains unbeaten in 2025, leading La Liga 🏆, progressing in the Champions League, and competing in the Copa del Rey. Now, their top players will switch focus to representing their respective nations.
This guide covers:
✅ Full list of Barcelona players on international duty
✅ Breakdown of matches & schedules 🗓️
✅ How to watch every game live 📺
✅ Impact on Barcelona’s season
Let’s dive into the details! 🚀🔥
🔥 Barcelona’s International Stars – March 2025
Originally, 12 Barça players were set to join their national teams, but Marc Casadó and Iñigo Martínez were ruled out due to injuries. That leaves 10 first-team players heading to international duty.
Here’s the full list of Barcelona players and their national teams:
🇪🇸 Spain (UEFA Nations League)
Lamine Yamal – The 17-year-old sensation continues to break records! 🏆
Pedri – A midfield maestro with vision & control 🎩⚡
Dani Olmo – Versatile attacker & key playmaker ⚡
Ferran Torres – Clinical forward with big-game experience 🎯
Pau Cubarsí – Rising defensive talent with great composure 🛡️
🇳🇱 Netherlands (UEFA Nations League)
Frenkie de Jong – The heartbeat of the Dutch midfield 💡🇳🇱
🇫🇷 France (UEFA Nations League)
Jules Koundé – A defensive rock for France & Barça 🔒
🇵🇱 Poland (World Cup Qualifiers)
Robert Lewandowski – The legendary striker leads Poland’s attack ⚽🔥
🇧🇷 Brazil (World Cup Qualifiers)
Raphinha – Stepping up as a leader in Neymar’s absence 🇧🇷⚡
🇺🇾 Uruguay (World Cup Qualifiers)
Ronald Araújo – Back from injury to reinforce Uruguay’s defense 🛡️🔥
🔹 Bonus: Three Barça youngsters – Fermín López, Gerard Martín, and Pablo Torre – have been called up for Spain U-21 duty.
⚔️ UEFA Nations League Quarterfinals – Barça Stars in Action
The UEFA Nations League quarterfinals will be intense, with several Barcelona teammates facing each other! 🔥
🏆 Spain vs. Netherlands (Yamal, Pedri, Olmo, Torres, Cubarsí vs. De Jong)
A huge showdown as Spain 🇪🇸 faces the Netherlands 🇳🇱, with Barcelona players on both sides!
📅 First Leg: March 20, 2025 – Rotterdam, Netherlands
📅 Second Leg: March 23, 2025 – Valencia, Spain
📺 Watch Live: FS1 (USA), TBD (UK)
🔥 Key Battles:
Lamine Yamal vs. Frenkie de Jong – A duel between Barça’s young prodigy & midfield maestro 💥
Pedri & Dani Olmo vs. Dutch Midfield – Can Spain dominate possession? ⚡
Pau Cubarsí vs. Dutch Attackers – A test for Spain’s young defender 🛑
💡 Why This Match Matters:
✔️ Winner advances to the Nations League semifinals
✔️ Barça teammates go head-to-head
✔️ Young stars can shine on the international stage 🌟
🏆 France vs. Croatia (Jules Koundé in action)
📅 First Leg: March 20, 2025 – Croatia
📅 Second Leg: March 23, 2025 – France
📺 Watch Live: FS2 (USA), TBD (UK)
🔥 Koundé’s Role:
✔️ Key to France’s defense 🛡️
✔️ Tasked with stopping Croatia’s attack 💪
✔️ Essential for France’s Nations League hopes 🏆
🌎 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers – South American Drama
The South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup will see three key Barça stars in action.
🇧🇷 Brazil (Raphinha Leads the Attack)
With Neymar injured, Raphinha has a golden chance to prove his worth! 🌟
📅 Brazil vs. Colombia: March 20, 2025
📅 Argentina vs. Brazil: March 25, 2025
📺 Watch Live: UNIVERSO, FuboTV (USA) / Premier Sports 1 (UK)
🔥 What’s at Stake?
✔️ Brazil needs points to qualify
✔️ Raphinha can boost his Ballon d’Or chances 🏆
✔️ Classic South American clashes await 💥
🇺🇾 Uruguay (Araújo Returns to Action)
After 8 months out, Ronald Araújo is back for Uruguay! 💪💙
📅 Uruguay vs. Argentina: March 21, 2025
📅 Chile vs. Uruguay: March 26, 2025
📺 Watch Live: FOX Deportes (USA), Premier Sports 2 (UK)
🔥 Why This Is Huge:
✔️ Araújo’s comeback is a big boost
✔️ Uruguay fights for World Cup qualification
✔️ Argentina vs. Uruguay = Classic Rivalry 🇦🇷🔥🇺🇾
📉 What This Means for FC Barcelona
With ten top players on international duty, Barça faces key challenges:
⚠️ Risk of Injuries – Players like Pedri & Araújo have past injury concerns. 😬
⚠️ Tired Legs for Crucial Club Games – Barça faces Real Madrid & Champions League games after the break. 🔥
⚠️ Momentum Shift? – Will the break affect Barça’s La Liga dominance? 🤔
However, there are positives too:
✅ Players gain valuable experience 🏆
✅ Young stars (Yamal, Cubarsí) can prove themselves 🌟
✅ High-profile performances = Boost in confidence 💪
🎯 Final Thoughts – A Must-Watch International Break!
🔥 With ten Barcelona stars in action, this international break is unmissable for Barça fans! 🚀
📺 Where to Watch?
✔️ UEFA Nations League – FS1, FS2 (USA), TBD (UK)
✔️ World Cup Qualifiers – UNIVERSO, FOX Deportes (USA) / Premier Sports (UK)
👀 Key Matches to Watch:
👉 Spain vs. Netherlands – Barça teammates clash in a thriller 🇪🇸🇳🇱
👉 Argentina vs. Brazil – A Raphinha-led Brazil faces Messi’s Argentina 🇦🇷🔥🇧🇷
👉 Uruguay vs. Argentina – Araújo’s big comeback 💙
🚀 Don’t miss out! Stay tuned for updates on how Barcelona’s stars perform on the international stage! 🔴🔵
💬 Which match are you most excited for? Drop your predictions below! 👇🔥