Espanyol will host Barcelona at RCDE Stadium on Saturday in La Liga. Espanyol have been in sturdy kind beneath Manolo Gonzalez, successful 10 of their 17 matches and sitting fifth within the desk.
They’ve claimed victories in every of their final 5 league video games, exhibiting confidence at house. Barcelona, however, are prime of La Liga with 46 factors from 18 video games, successful their final seven matches throughout all competitions.
Their assault is the most effective within the league, scoring 51 objectives, although their defence has been somewhat shaky, conceding 20 occasions. SoftFootball reported that Barcelona will goal to increase their streak, particularly after Araujo returned to coaching because the staff rallied round him following a troublesome interval.
Group Information
Espanyol might be with out Roman Terrats (muscle) and Charles Pickel (AFCON). Javi Puado is again from a knee damage however won’t begin. Roberto Fernandez leads the assault with Pere Milla and Tyrhys Dolan on the wings.
Barcelona are lacking Andreas Christensen and Gavi (each knee), whereas Dani Olmo and Pedri may return.If Pedri begins, Eric Garcia strikes to defence, with Fermín López, Lamine Yamal, and Raphinha supporting Ferran Torres, whereas Fermín López has reaffirmed his dedication to Barcelona regardless of Chelsea curiosity.
Attainable Lineups
Espanyol: Dmitrovic; El Hilali, Calero, Cabrera, Romero; Gonzalez, Edu, Lozano; Dolan, Fernandez, Milla
Barcelona: J Garcia; Kounde, Cubarsi, E Garcia, Balde; Pedri, De Jong; Yamal, Fermin, Raphinha; F Torres
Espanyol 1-2 Barcelona. Espanyol’s house kind is strong, however Barcelona’s firepower is simply too sturdy. Anticipate a decent contest, however the guests ought to edge the win. Barcelona already posted this match on their official X deal with.
