Celta Vigo vs Barcelona: Match Preview, Odds & Prediction

Barcelona will play Celta Vigo away at Balaidos on Saturday night, and they are looking to get back on track quickly. Please scroll down to see our match analysis and predictions.

Previous Matches and Head-to-head

First up, the hosts, Celta Vigo, have had a difficult season so far. They experienced last-gasp heartache away at Real Betis during the international break in November when they ultimately had to settle for a 2-2 draw. Claudio Giraldez's squad has only won twice in La Liga in their last eight games, despite a much-appreciated 1-0 triumph against Getafe to kick off November.

The Sky Blues should be ready for a tough test this weekend after ending October with a dreadful 3-0 loss to Leganes. They are winless against the La Liga leaders, having suffered a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Barcelona on February 17th. Actually, out of their last five top-division encounters against Saturday's visitors, Celta has managed only one victory.

The Spanish giants are looking for a quick reaction from Barcelona when they return on Saturday night, despite the fact that the Catalan club has maintained its phenomenal ascent since Hansi Flick's arrival in the summer.

The ex-Bayern manager will be hoping to show that their lackluster performance in their 1-0 away defeat to Real Sociedad was just a temporary setback as they enter the international break in November. The atmosphere in Barcelona's camp is sizzling as they prepare to go to Balaidos this weekend, with a six-point lead over the pursuing group.

A lot of people are picking Flick's team to be a championship contender this year, and they've also knocked off some heavyweights. The current leaders of La Liga should be sniffing blood after their historic 4-0 road victory against Real Madrid last month.

Celta Vigo x Barcelona

On Saturday night, Celta Vigo will play without Luca de la Torre, an American international who has not played in a single La Liga match this season. Nevertheless, the Sky Blues hope that Sergio Carreira, a former youth product of Villarreal, will be able to make Giraldez's roster again this next weekend.

Greek marksman Anastasios Douvikas will be vying for a total recall after scoring in consecutive La Liga matches before the international break in November. Borja Iglesias may get a break after joining on loan from Real Betis for the summer season.

Robert Lewandowski's health is a significant concern for Barcelona once again after he had to withdraw from Poland's Nations League team earlier this month due to a back ailment. Similarly, experienced goalkeeper Marc-Andre Herstegen will likely sit out the rest of the season after having knee surgery in September.

Raphinha, formerly of Leeds, will play a pivotal part after scoring while on international duty with Brazil last week and contributing to 13 goals in La Liga. Inigo Martinez will be partnered at the back by 17-year-old Pau Cubarsi, who has had an incredible climb to superstardom.

Our Predictions

Barcelona to win @ 1.73 on Sky247.ng

Barcelona needs a quick reaction after losing 1-0 to Real Sociedad before the international break in November. Nevertheless, Flick's title candidates should also be thrilled by their excellent record against Saturday's hosts, as they still retain a six-point lead at the top of the La Liga standings. They have won all five of their previous La Liga meetings against the Sky Blues, including a 2-1 triumph on February 17th during their most recent trip to Balaidos.

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