La Liga 25/26: Barcelona vs Valencia Preview, Prediction, Live Score & Lineups
After a strong start to the season, Barcelona will want to build momentum at home. Valencia, meanwhile, has a new-look squad under coach Carlos Corberán and will be looking to break a long-standing jinx against the Catalan giants, having won their last league match 3-0 against Getafe and currently sitting in ninth place.
Match Details
- Competition - Round: La Liga - Matchday 4
- Kick-off (GMT): 19:00, Saturday, September 14, 2025
- Stadium, location: Estadi Johan Cruyff, Barcelona
Match Facts
Head-to-Head & Key Numbers:
Barcelona has been dominant over Valencia in recent encounters, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five meetings.
In their last La Liga home game against Valencia, Barcelona won with a score of 7-1.
Valencia has not defeated Barcelona in a league match since January 2020.
Barcelona's new manager Hansi Flick will be looking for his first home win of the season.
Injuries: Barcelona is grappling with a number of key injuries, including Lamine Yamal, Frenkie de Jong, Gavi, and goalkeeper Ter Stegen. This could impact their tactical approach and squad depth.
Venue: The match will be played at the Estadi Johan Cruyff, a much smaller stadium, as the main Camp Nou stadium is still undergoing renovations. This could create a unique atmosphere and add an interesting dynamic to the game.
Match Prediction
This match presents a classic encounter of form versus history. While Valencia has shown recent promise, Barcelona's home advantage and strong historical record against them make them clear favorites. Despite key injuries, Barcelona's squad depth should be enough to overcome the challenge.
My prediction for the final score is a comfortable victory for the home side, Barcelona 3-1 Valencia.
