Almeria fc vs Barcelona fc will come into play at Power House Stadium on Thursday. Xavi Hernandez’s men continue to make waves in the league this season.
The Blaugranas have really made it to the UEFA Champions League next season. But they would still want to win over the host in their La Liga fixture.
Almeria are usually tough at Power House Stadium. As a result, they are most likely to give the Culers a tough time on Thursday.
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Almeria are currently at the bottom of the league this campaign. However, they always pray with a high level of winning spirit at home.
They have already been relegated, but it’s important to bag the three points. The La Liga club would still want to put up their fighting spirit on Thursday.
Almeria were actually winless in their previous five games at home. They lost three consecutive games at Power House Stadium in the league.
Apparently, they may not be able to avoid Barcelona’s wrath on Thursday. Nevertheless, it’s going to be a long 90 minutes between the two sides.
Almeria defeated the Blaugranas 1-0 last season in La Liga at home. As a result, Xavi Hernandez’s men shouldn’t underestimate them in the game.
They are known for their defensive game, regardless of the opponent. Therefore, the Culers attackers may have to be very clinical on Thursday.
Meanwhile, Barcelona, too, haven’t been performing impressively nowadays. They have only two wins in their previous five matches in the league.
Xavi Hernandez’s men actually lost 4-2 to Girona before their victory on Monday. Therefore, they really need to win over Almeria at Power House Stadium.
The Culers were brilliant and impressive in their last match. Yamal Lamine and Raphinha gave Barcelona three points in the game.
Despite the fact that Almeria are defensive-minded. They won’t be able to avoid Barcelona’s attacking threats on Thursday.
Almeria fc vs Barcelona fc is actually a must-win for the visitors. Even though they have already qualified for the UEFA Champions League next season.
They have to continue their winning streak after their 2-0 victory on Wednesday. It may be a long 90-minutes for the host at home on Thursday.
Almeria fc vs Barcelona fc team news
Except for Aleksandar Radovanovic, Almeria has every player available for the game. Which literally gives them an advantage over the Culers.
On the other hand, Barcelona will be missing four first-team players on Thursday. And these are important players in the squad.
Although, Pedri Gonzalez is now back on the team. He played a few minutes in their 2-0 victory on Monday at home.
That is actually a massive boost for the Blaugranas. The Spanish youngster has the ability to balance the midfield defensively and offensively.
However, İlkay Gündoğan won’t be available on Thursday as a result of his suspension. He picked up a yellow card on Monday.
Pablo Gavi is still out of the squad due to his ACL injury. He’s expected to be on the sidelines against Almeria on Thursday.
Alejandro Balde is also suffering from a muscle injury. Therefore, João Cancelo is expected to continue as a left-back at Power House Stadium.
There won’t be Frenkie De Jong in the midfield for the Blaugranas. He’s still battling with an ankle injury, which will sideline him for the rest of the season.
Pedri Gonzalez actually played 70 minutes on Monday. However, he’s most likely to play a full minute against Almeria on Thursday.
Also, Vitor Roque hasn’t been playing for Barcelona recently. He has now failed to play five consecutive games for the Culers.
Xavi Hernandez is now being dragged for this cause. As a result, the Brazilian youngster may start on the wing in the game.
Almeria fc lineup (4-2-3-1)
Maximiano; Centelles Plaza, Chumi, Montes, Pubills; Pena, Gonzalez; Embarba, Arribas, Baptistao; Lozano.
Barcelona fc lineup (4-3-3)
Ter Stegen; Kounde, Cubarsi, Araujo, Cancelo; Pedri, Christensen, Gündoğan; Yamal, Lewandowski, Raphinha.
Almeria fc vs Barcelona fc predictions
Xavi Hernandez has enough weapons to win over the hosts at Power House Stadium on Thursday. The victory is actually in favor of the visitors.
However, Barcelona are expected to miss Gündoğan’s creativity in the midfield. The German maestro has been making waves since he joined La Liga.
Since Pedri Gonzalez is most likely to start again. The team may be built around him to orchestrate everything from the midfield against Almeria.
The hosts will definitely want to fight back at home. Nevertheless, they don’t seem to have enough weapons to win over the visitors.
Almeria 0-4 Barcelona
Almeria fc vs. Barcelona fc kick-off time
This La Liga game will kick-off at 20:30pm (BST) on Thursday at Power House Stadium.
