| Valencia | vs | Barcelona |
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Probable Lineups
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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparision
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- Valencia
Goals
Assists
(6.8)
6.8
Average Ratings
7.7
(7.5)
27.5
Average Age
27.1
179.5
Average Height (cm)
175.6
(1)
1.1
Shots pg
2.2
(1.9)
(56%)
55%
Aerial Duel Success
42%
(38%)
(1.6)
2.1
Dribbles pg
1.9
(2.2)
(2.3)
2
Tackles pg
1.9
(1.9)
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- Barcelona
Missing Players
No missing players.
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ibrahim Afellay | Out | N/A | |
| Isaac Cuenca | Out | N/A | |
| Carles Puyol | Out | N/A |
Team News
Valencia
- Miroslav Djukic's side struggled against Espanyol and will need to up their game if they are to get anything from this match with the champions.
- The Serbian coach has no injury worries and Dorlan Pabon could enter the squad, or even the starting line-up, for the game.
- Jeremy Mathieu had a torrid time against Espanyol and may lose his place in the team to Guardado.
Barcelona
- Messi completed 90 minutes for Barcelona against Atletico on Wednesday after playing no part in the 1-0 win over Malaga.
- Although La Pulga missed training on Friday, he is expected to start at the Mestalla.
- Gerardo Martino dropped Iniesta in favour of Fabregas but after the former Arsenal man failed to influence the game in what was an overall lacklustre performance from the Catalans, it is not clear who will partner Xavi and Busquets in the midfield three.
- Neymar completed 90 minutes against Atletico, the first time he has started a game since signing for Barca, but failed to shine, meaning he could lose out to Pedro in the starting line-up against Valencia.
Match Facts
| Barcelona have won their last 7 matches in La Liga. | Barcelona win 1.60 |
| Valencia have won their last 6 home matches in La Liga. | Valencia win 6.20 |
| Barcelona have been winning at both half time and full time in their last 5 matches in La Liga. | Barcelona win/win 2.40 |
| Valencia have drawn 5 of their last 6 home matches against Barcelona in all competitions. | Valencia draw 4.40 |
| Barcelona are undefeated in their last 13 matches against Valencia in all competitions. | Barcelona win or draw 1.17 |
| Valencia have kept a clean sheet in their last 3 home matches in La Liga. | Valencia win or draw 2.50 |
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Prediction
- Barcelona have been unable to follow up their spectacular 7-0 thrashing of Levante, and have managed just two goals in their last three games.
- Valencia have made a slow start to the season but also have a very strong record against Barcelona at the Mestalla, losing just one of their last five home matches with the Catalans.
- Barca struggled to create chances against a dogged and rigid Atletico, but will be allowed more space against Valencia.
- The visitors should be able to do enough against Djukic's side, who are still finding their feet.
Valencia
Barcelona
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