Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(40) 30 Goals 13 (18)
(30) 24 Assists 8 (16)
(6.8) 7.2 Average Ratings 6.7 (6.5)
24.3 Average Age 26.8
180.3 Average Height (cm) 184
(1.2) 1.4 Shots pg 0.9 (0.8)
(51%) 52% Aerial Duel Success 45% (46%)
(1) 0.8 Dribbles pg 0.6 (0.7)
(1.4) 1 Tackles pg 1 (1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in LaLiga.

Missing Players

Barcelona
Athletic Club
Player Reason Status Rating
Ansu Fati Out 6.21
Ronald Araujo Out N/A
Gavi Out 6.08
Ilkay Gündogan Out N/A
Frenkie de Jong Doubtful 6.24
Player Reason Status Rating
Unai Simón Out N/A
Íñigo Ruíz de Galarreta Out 6.49
Nico Serrano Out 6.07
Aitor Paredes Out 6.43
Álvaro Djaló Out 6.29
Óscar De Marcos Doubtful 6.8
Julen Agirrezabala Doubtful 6.56

Team News

Barcelona
Athletic Club
  • Barcelona are missing Ansu Fati, Ronald Araujo, Frenkie de Jong, and Gavi due to injuries.
  • Olmo may debut this weekend, likely as a substitute, while Pedri is expected to play in the number 10 role.
  • Three 17-year-olds started against Valencia and are likely to feature against Athletic.
  • Gundogan is nearing a move back to Manchester City, with Christensen a potential inclusion in the lineup.
  • Álex Padilla returns to goal for Athletic. Unai Simón is out, and Julen Agirrezabala is recovering from a recent injury.
  • Aitor Paredes sidelined due to injury, it is very likely that Dani Vivian will form the central defensive duo alongside Yeray Álvarez.
  • Nico Williams featured off the bench against Getafe last time out, but the Spain star is set to return to the XI on Saturday evening, potentially taking the place of Alex Berenguer.

Prediction

  • Barcelona started their La Liga campaign with a win against Valencia, led by Robert Lewandowski's goals. They face a packed schedule in August, aiming for maximum points before the September break. Real Madrid's dropped points in the opener bode well for their title challenge.
  • Barcelona made two signings this summer but missed out on Nico Williams who will not have a warm welcome from the Barca fans.
  • Athletic drew with Getafe in their first match and will look to perform better against Barcelona. Despite keeping Nico Williams, they saw departures and have made notable signings. Athletic have struggled to beat Barcelona away in La Liga since 2001.
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User Predictions

Comments (6)

 
  • NO WAY... OPTA SHOT STATS SHAVING AGAIN AGAIN. REMOVED 1 SHOT FROM BARCA LONG TIME AFTER MATCH ENDED! HOW MUTCH DID THE BOOKIES PAY FOR THIS ONGOING STATS SHAVING ?????

  • Barca 3-1

  • Yamal and lewa to have goal contributions. Nico Williams also a player to look out for

  • @LM10GOAT get in there!

  • @LM10GOAT УГАДАЛ

  • 2-0 Barca win