Barcelona faces Las Palmas at home with implications to gain a better grip over the 2nd spot to keep the title race alive.
Barcelona vs Las Palmas Preview
- Date: 30/03/24
- Kick-off time: 8:00 pm (GMT)
- Venue: Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
As we near the end of the season, Barcelona’s title hopes are hanging by a thread. Currently in second place behind leaders Real Madrid by eight points, who seem to be racing to the finish line. Only a win would suffice if there is any chance of salvaging their hopes for the title, which seems increasingly slim as the Spanish giants need to keep winning, hoping for a slip-up at the top. Champions League aspirants Girona are also breathing down their necks, just two points behind with a similar goal difference.
Barcelona is also enjoying a fine run of form with three wins on the bounce. Starting with a 1-0 win over Mallorca, followed by a 3-1 victory over Napoli, before a comfortable three points over Atletico Madrid. Having won four La Liga matches of their last six at home, drawing and losing the others, the hosts will be a tough nut to crack this weekend.
On the other hand, Las Palmas occupies the 11th spot with no big Champions League aims nor relegation threat. However, there is pressure to win, as the side have returned empty-handed in their last five fixtures.
During the winless period, Las Palmas conceded 12 goals, meaning Barca had plenty of chances to get their name on the scoresheet. With players like Robert Lewandowski, who is the top scorer of the team this season, and 16-year-old wonder Lamine Yamal grabbing the spotlight by finding the back of the net four times, the visitors will have to rely on Kirian Rodriguez to step up and make a difference.
The last three games for the visitors were not so memorable, with a 3-3 draw against Getafe, followed by a 2-0 defeat at Athletic Bilbao and a 0-1 loss to Almeria. Las Palmas won twice, while also recording two draws and a defeat in their last six La Liga games.
Barcelona vs Las Palmas Injury news
Barcelona will miss out Pedri (Muscle injury), Jules Koundé (Ankle injury), Gavi (Cruciate ligament injury), Frenkie de Jong (Ankle injury), Ferran Torres (Thigh injury), Andreas Christensen (Achilles tendon injury)and Álex Balde (Tendon injury)
Las Palmas will miss out Julian Araujo (Hamstring injury), Daley Sinkgraven (Knee injury), and Cristian Herrera (Injured).
Barcelona vs Las Palmas Predicted Lineup
Barcelona: (4-3-3) Marc-André ter Stegen, J. Kounde,R. Araujo, P. Cubarsi ,H. Fort,S. Roberto, A. Christensen, F. Marin, I. Gundogan, Raphinha, R. Lewandowski
Las Palmas: (4-5-1) A. Valles Rosa, J. Araujo, A. Suarez, M. Medina, S. Cardona, M. El Haddadi, J. Munoz, M. Perrone, K. Rodriguez, A. Moleiro, S. Ramirez
Barcelona vs Las Palmas Head-to-Head
Barcelona 6 Wins 1 Draws 0 Wins Las Palmas
January 5 2024
LaLiga
Las Palmas 1 – 2 Barcelona
March 2, 2018
LaLiga
Las Palmas 1 – 1 Barcelona
October 1, 2017
LaLiga
Barcelona 3 – 0 Las Palmas
May 14, 2017
LaLiga
Las Palmas 1 – 4 Barcelona
January 14, 2017
LaLiga
Barcelona 5 – 0 Las Palmas
Betting tips
Bet365
Barcelona – 1.25
Draw – 5.50
Las Palmas – 10.00
*odds subject to change
Barcelona vs Las Palmas Prediction
Barcelona are entering the matchday in a good run of form, and this should easily continue against a winless team in five games. At home they have been strong, therefore we expect a comfortable victory for the giants
Predicted scoreline: Barcelona 3-0 Las Palmas
Where to Watch Barcelona vs Las Palmas
- India – Jio Cinema, Sports 18
- UK – ITV
- US – ESPN+
- Spain – HULU
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