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🔍 Match Preview
Fixture: Barcelona vs Valencia
Competition: LaLiga 2025/26
Date & Kick-off: Sunday, 14 September 2025 — Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
What’s at Stake
Barcelona aims to maintain its unbeaten run in the season's early stages as it continues its title defense under Xavi. With new signings blending into the squad, Barça will look to dominate possession and push for all three points.
Valencia, meanwhile, has shown more fight this season but remains inconsistent. They’ll rely on defensive discipline and counter-attacking opportunities to trouble Barcelona.
⚽ Team News & Updates
Barcelona:
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Pedri is still sidelined with injury, while Raphinha is a doubt.
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Robert Lewandowski is expected to lead the attack, supported by youngsters like Lamine Yamal.
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Defensive rotation may be seen with Koundé and Christensen, both fit.
Valencia: Theg key forwar,d Hugo Dur, is missingo due to injury.
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Javi Guerra and Pepelu will anchor the midfield, while André Almeida provides creativity.
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Defensive solidity will be vital, with Mosquera and Gabriel Paulista likely to start.
🧰 Predicted Lineups
Barcelona (4-3-3):
GK: Marc-André ter Stegen
DEF: Jules Koundé, Ronald Araújo, Andreas Christensen, Alejandro Balde
MID: Frenkie de Jong, Gavi, İlkay Gündoğan
FW: Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski, João Félix
Valencia (4-4-2):
GK: Giorgi Mamardashvili
DEF: Thierry Correia, Cristhian Mosquera, Gabriel Paulista, José Gayà
MID: Fran Pérez, Pepelu, Javi Guerra, André Almeida
FW: Roman Yaremchuk, Diego López
📊 Key Stats
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Barcelona are unbeaten in their last 10 league games against Valencia at home.
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Lewandowski has scored or assisted in each of Barça’s first three league matches this season.
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Valencia has struggled in attack, averaging under 1.5 goals per game away from home.
🎯 Prediction
Barcelona’s attacking firepower and home advantage should see them through. Valencia may hold firm in the first half, but Barça’s quality should eventually break them down.
Predicted Score: Barcelona 2-0 Valencia
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