Barcelona vs Atalanta Preview
- Tournament: Champions League
- Date: Wednesday, Jan 29
- Kick-off Time: 08:00 pm GMT
- Venue: Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
In the final game of UEFA Champions League group stages, Barcelona is set to host Atalanta on Wednesday at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. The game will be a crucial one for the Italian side, who will look to cement their place for the direct qualification to the round of16.
Barcelona are currently placed second in the league table with 18 points in the seven games they have played. The Spanish side have secured their place in the next stage of the competition early on as they are three points behind table toppers, Liverpool and two points ahead of the third placed Arsenal. Despite their dip in form in La Liga, the Blaugrana has won their last five games in the competition and enter into this game after a 4-5 comeback victory against Benfica.
Hansi Flick‘s men will have spring on their footsteps after they thrashed Valencia 7-1 during the weekend after a terrific performance from Fermin Lopez. In the UCL, Barcelona has scored the most number of goals so far with 26 and conceded just 11. Across all competitions the side have remained unbeaten for seven straight games as their last defeat came against Atletico Madrid in December, 2024.
Meanwhile, Atalanta are currently ranked at seventh with 14 points in the table. They have almost secured their chance for qualification but a win against the Spanish side will ensure that they are not dependent on the results of other games. In the last round of fixtures in the competition, the side has defeated Sturm Graz 5-0 after a dominating performance. In the last five games across all competitions, Atalanta has won two, lost one and drawn twice. They have so far scored 18 goals in the competition and has conceded just four. It will be a great test between Barcelona’s attackers and Atalanta’s defence.
On that note, let’s take a look at the team news for Barcelona vs Atalanta.
Barcelona Team News
Considering the form, the Blaugrana has been in Hansi Flick will not be worried about the injuries. They will be without the services of Dani Olmo and Inigo Martinez till the middle of February, while Marc Bernal and Ter Stegen are nursing long term injuries. Flick will be expected to continue with the side that scripted a come back win against Benfica but changes could be prevalent as Fermin Lopez was outstanding in the last league game.
Atalanta Team News
The Italian side almost has a full squad to choose from for this game. They will only be without the services of striker Gianluca Scamacca and centre-back Odilon kossounou. Manager, Gian Piero Gasperini will be looking to continue with same side which won the last game. Davide Zappacosta and Juan Cuadardo will expected to start as the wing backs and Ademola Lookman and Mateo Retegui leading the team in attack.
Barcelona vs Atalanta Predicted Lineup
Barcelona Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Inaki Pena
Defenders: Jules Kounde, Ronald Araujo, Pau Cubarsi, Alejandro Blade
Midfielders: Marc Casado, Pedri
Forwards: Lamine Yamal, Gavi, Raphinha (C) , Lewandowski
Atalanta Predicted Lineup (3-4-1-2)
Goalkeeper: Marco Carnesecchi.
Defenders: Berat Djimsiti, Isak Hien, Giorgio Scalvini.
Midfielders: Raoul Bellanova, Ederson, Maarten de Roon (C), Matteo Ruggeri.
Forwards: Lazar Samardzic, Mateo Retegui, Ademola Lookman.
Barcelona vs Atalanta Head-to-Head Record
The two sides have never faced each other on the European stage.
Key Players to Watch Out in Barcelona vs Atalanta
Raphinha (Barcelona)
The Brazilian is perhaps La Liga’s top player and is playing at a high level at the moment. Raphinha has given his finest performance of his career and will try to maintain that level of play in the next games. He has contributed six assists and twelve goals in 21 La Liga outings while he recorded two assists and eight goals in the UEFA Champions League. In the last five games of the league he has boasted an xG of 0.5.
Charles De Ketelaere (Atalanta)
De Ketelaere was given rest in the last game against Como as he came on in the second half. The Belgian striker this season, has been his team’s top scorer in the Champions League. He has scored three goals and provided four assists so far this season, and Atalanta has shown promise. In the last five games across all competition, he has an xG of 0.2.
Barcelona vs Atalanta Prediction
The game will be an interesting one for the fans as a defeat for Atalanta would mean that will have to depend on other results to qualify for the round of 16, while Barcelona have already fixed their place. The high flying Blaugrana have been involved in goal feasts and Atalanta has been good with their defence, so it will be an interesting game to watch.
Predicted Score: Barcelona 3-2 Atalanta
Where to Watch Barcelona vs Atalanta Live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
| USA | Paramount+ |
| UK | TNT Sports |
| India | SonyLIV |
| Italy | Sky, Amazon Prime |
| Austria | Sky Austria, Canal+, ServusTV |
FAQs
Q. When is Barcelona vs Atalanta?
A. Barcelona will host Atalanta at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on Wednesday, January 29 at 08:00 PM GMT.
Q. Where can you watch Barcelona vs Atalanta for free?
A. Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream will stream the match for free.
Q. What is the predicted score for Barcelona vs Atalanta?
A. Barcelona 3-2 Atalanta.
Q. What is the recent head-to-head record for Barcelona vs Atalanta
A. The two sides have never faced each other on the European stage.