The clash between Valencia and Barcelona promises fireworks in La Liga as the Catalan giants look to extend their flying start while the hosts battle to avoid another early season disaster. Fans across Nigeria dey always love these big European matches and this one go surely deliver plenty drama with both sides showing very different forms. Barcelona come into the game as clear favorites after smashing goals left right and center while Valencia struggle to find the back of the net even at home.
Team Form
Barcelona have won all three of their league games so far and the attack under Hansi Flick keeps breaking records with twelve goals already. They put five past Elche and Rayo Vallecano each plus a solid two nil win over Athletic Bilbao. Valencia on the other hand have just one point from three games with heavy losses to Betis and Deportivo plus a goalless draw against Celta Vigo. Their attack has managed only one goal all season which has fans calling for the coach head.
- Barcelona scored five goals in two of their opening matches
- Valencia failed to win any of their first three fixtures
- Flick side remain the highest scoring team in the division
Tactical Analysis
Barcelona play without a regular striker yet still tear teams apart thanks to fluid movement and quick transitions. Valencia defense looks shaky and they rarely create chances even with home support. The visitors midfield control will likely dictate the tempo while their wingers exploit spaces behind the hosts backline. Expect plenty of pressure on Valencia from the first whistle as Barcelona chase another big scoreline.
- Barcelona average four goals per game this season
- Valencia have the worst attack in the league so far
- Home side fans already demanding changes in the dugout
Betting Proposal
This match looks like a straightforward away win for the visitors who have the quality to put multiple goals past a struggling Valencia side. The form gap is huge and Barcelona should cruise to victory with room to spare. Barcelona to win by two goals or more with the handicap at 1.80 offers great value for this fixture.
Overall the types point to a comfortable Barcelona victory that will keep them at the top of the table and leave Valencia in deeper trouble. Expect the Catalans to dominate possession and create many chances while the home team fight just to keep the score down.
