Probable Lineups
4-3-3
4-3-3
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.8)
7
Average Ratings
6.8
(6.6)
32.2
Average Age
31.9
181.6
Average Height (cm)
180.6
(1)
1.2
Shots pg
0.9
(0.9)
(55%)
60%
Aerial Duel Success
51%
(47%)
(1.2)
1.1
Dribbles pg
0.7
(0.9)
(1.1)
0.9
Tackles pg
1
(1.2)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in LaLiga.
Missing Players
Barcelona
Villarreal
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jordi Alba | Out | 6.87 | |
| Samuel Umtiti | Out | 6.71 | |
| Ousmane Dembélé | Doubtful | 6.7 |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bruno Soriano | Out | 6.27 | |
| Alberto Moreno | Out | 6.63 | |
| Ramiro Guerra | Out | N/A |
Team News
Barcelona
Villarreal
- Ousmane Dembele is on his way back to fitness, but isn't expected to be ready for midweek action.
- Lionel Messi is due to start for Barcelona after a spell of trying to affect games from the bench on his return from injury.
- Arturo Vidal and Arthur are expected to rotate into the centre of midfield alongside the returning Sergio Busquets.
- Javi Calleja has no fresh injury concerns heading into midweek action for Villarreal.
- Ruben Pena is expected to get the nod at right-back ahead of Mario Gaspar.
- Santi Cazorla could play in a deeper midfield role, while Javi Ontiveros may get unleashed on the left-hand side of the attack.
