Valencia vs Barcelona prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on May 23, 2026
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In the 38th round of La Liga on May 23, 2026, Valencia will face Barcelona. The hosts have unexpectedly found themselves near the European competition spots.
Valencia vs Barcelona: Team News and Expert Analysis
The club from Mestalla is used to a constant fight for survival. Last season, they secured safety quite confidently, mainly thanks to a managerial change. This year, it seemed Corberán was tasked with similar objectives. However, a series of victories since late April not only ensured their place in the top flight, but after a 4-3 win over Real Sociedad, they managed to close the gap with Rayo Vallecano and even Getafe to a minimum.
The Catalan giants, in Flick's first season in Spain, won all domestic trophies last year. This season, they were defeated only by Atlético, and that was in both the Copa del Rey and the Champions League. Still, they retained their Supercup title in January and later secured first place in La Liga ahead of schedule. While celebrating, they even lost to Alavés. But in the last round, they were
The hosts average 1.16 goals scored per game but concede 1.46. The champions' stats are even more impressive: 2.54 goals scored and just 0.89 conceded per match.
Previous Matches: Valencia vs Barcelona
Of course, the visitors have dominated this pairing without question.
The guests are clear favorites. However, the hosts now have strong motivation in the standings—so consider a bet on them with a +1 goal handicap (odds – 1.6).
Valencia vs Barcelona: Key Stats and Trends
- Valencia have won three of their last five matches
- 54% of Valencia's matches end with both teams scoring, with an average total of 2.62 goals per game
- Since mid-February, Barcelona have failed to win on only three occasions in all competitions
- 57% of Barcelona's matches end with both teams scoring, and the average total of goals per match is 3.43
Valencia vs Barcelona: Predicted Starting Lineups
Valencia are expected to play in a 1-4-4-2 formation (probable lineup): Dimitrievski - Vázquez, Cömert, Tárrega, Núñez - López, Rodríguez, Ugrinić, Rioja - Guerra, Duro. Kopete, Gayà, Beltrán, and Diakhaby with Foulquier are in the infirmary.
Barcelona are expected to play in a 1-4-3-3 formation (probable lineup): Garcia - Cancelo, Martín, Eric García, Koundé - Pedri, Bernal, Gavi - Fermín López, Lewandowski, Raphinha. In addition to Yamal, De Jong is also injured.
Place your bets on the upcoming match and follow your team's position in the La Liga standings.
