Valencia vs Barcelona Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | LaLiga 2026-27
Eight points separate the two sides on the points table.
Matchday 4 of LaLiga will take us to the Mestalla Stadium. Valencia will lock horns with the defending champions, FC Barcelona, in an intense clash.
The home side are coming into this game after suffering a disappointing 3-1 loss against Deportivo. With one draw and two losses in their opening three games, Valencia have only registered a single point in the league so far.
FC Barcelona, on the other hand, have maintained a perfect record in LaLiga so far. The Catalans have won all of their opening three games with an aggregate score of 12-2. Under the tutelage of Hansi Flick, Barca play a very entertaining brand of football.
They have established themselves as one of the best attacking teams in world football. Their last visit to Mestalla ended in a 3-1 loss against Valencia.
Kickoff:
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- Location: Valencia, Spain
- Stadium: Mestalla Stadium
- Date and Kickoff time: Sunday, 6 September – 07:45 PM IST/02:15 PM GMT/10:15 AM ET/07:15 AM PT.
- Referee: Not decided
- VAR: In Use
Form:
Valencia: L-L-D-L-L
FC Barcelona: W-W-W-W-W
Players to watch out for:
Ryunosuke Sato (Valencia)
The teenager is one of the brightest attacking prospects in LaLiga. Valencia signed him from FC Tokyo during this year’s summer transfer window. He has impressed everyone with his performances in the opening three league games of the season.
The winger possesses blistering pace and elite technical ability. It makes him a constant threat to the opposition.
Raphinha (FC Barcelona)
Raphinha has been FC Barcelona’s most effective striker since Hansi Flick’s arrival. The Brazilian international has scored five goals in the opening three games. He is currently leading LaLiga’s golden boot race.
Raphinha is also very hard-working off the ball. He presses from the front.
Match Facts:
- The last game between these two teams ended in a 3-1 win for Valencia.
- Valencia lost 3-1 against Deportivo in their last game.
- FC Barcelona won 5-2 against Rayo Vallecano in their last game.
Betting tips and odds
- Tip 1: Barca to win – 1.66 by 1XBET
- Tip 2: Both teams to score – 1.91 by Pinnacle
- Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 3.5 – 1.59 by Stake
Injury and Team news:
Diego López, Sergi Canós and Justin de Haas are unavailable for the home side, Valencia.
FC Barcelona, on the other hand, will be without the likes of Frenkie de Jong, Roony Bardghji and Gavi for this clash.
Head to Head:
Total Matches: 56
Valencia won: 09
FC Barcelona won: 30
Draws: 17
Prediction Lineups:
Valencia (5-3-2)
Dimitrievski (GK); Rioja, Martínez, Diakhaby, Tárrega, Vázquez; Ugrinic, Pepelu, Satō; Guerra, Umar
FC Barcelona (4-2-3-1)
García (GK); Koundé, Cubarsí, Martin, Espart; Bernal, Pedri; Yamal, López, Gordon; Raphinha
Match Prediction:
Despite being the away side, FC Barcelona are the favourites to win this game. They have started this league campaign on an incredible note. Our prediction for this clash is –
Prediction: Valencia 1-3 FC Barcelona
Telecast details:
India: FanCode
UK: Premier Sports 1
USA: ESPN
Nigeria: SuperSport
Where to watch Valencia vs FC Barcelona live in India?
The game will be streamed live on FanCode in India.
Where will Valencia vs FC Barcelona be played?
The game will be played at the Mestalla Stadium in Valencia, Spain.
Who won the last head-to-head encounter between Valencia and FC Barcelona?
The last game between these two teams ended in a 3-1 win for Valencia
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