Barcelona - Girona

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90'		2 - 4	Goal	İ. Gündoğan	Ferran Torres (Assist)
80'		1 - 4	Goal	Valery	C. Stuani (Assist)
41'		1 - 3	Goal	Miguel Gutiérrez	Iván Martín (Assist)
40'		1 - 2	Goal	Miguel Gutiérrez	Iván Martín (Assist)
19'		1 - 1	Goal	R. Lewandowski	Raphinha (Assist)
12'		0 - 1	Goal	A. Dovbyk	V. Tsyhankov (Assist)

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Tripping

87'			In:	Iván Martín	Out:	J. Solís
78'			In:	V. Tsyhankov	Out:	Portu
78'			In:	Yan Couto	Out:	Valery
73'			In:	A. Dovbyk	Out:	C. Stuani
65'			In:	João Félix	Out:	Lamine Yamal
65'			In:	A. Christensen	Out:	Alejandro Balde
65'			In:	Raphinha	Out:	Ferran Torres

Barcelona - Girona Predictions

Prediction: Barcelona or draw

Best odds: 1.17

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As the La Liga season intensifies, a tantalizing fixture is on the cards with Barcelona set to host Girona at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. With the league table's top spots fiercely contested, predictions for this clash are eagerly anticipated, yet remain shrouded in mystery as both teams have shown formidable form.

Key Players

In the heart of Barcelona's defense, Sergi Roberto Carnicer has been a reliable presence. With a rating of 6.75, Roberto's contribution goes beyond his solitary goal; his 114 total passes reflect his role as a key distributor from the backline. Meanwhile, on the attacking front, Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, also with a 6.75 rating, brings dynamism to Barcelona's forward play, having taken four shots with one on target and serving up two key passes.

Girona's attacking prowess is largely thanks to Cristhian Ricardo Stuani Curbelo, whose rating of 6.78 underpins his three goals and one assist. His 11 shots, with six on target, are a testament to his threat in front of goal. Viktor Tsygankov, rated at 7.00, has also been instrumental, contributing one goal, one assist, and showcasing his creative edge with 11 key passes from 171 total passes. At the back, Yan Bueno Couto, with a 7.03 rating, has balanced defensive duties with attacking contributions, notching up one goal and three assists.

Recent Form

Barcelona's recent form has been a mixed bag with a record of WWLWD, which has kept them in the hunt for a top-four finish. They have been particularly strong at home, winning six out of seven matches. Their goal difference stands at +13, a solid indicator of their ability to find the net while maintaining a sturdy defense.

On the other hand, Girona has been on an impressive winning streak, with their last five games marked by a sequence of victories (WWWWW). This form has propelled them to the summit of the league, with a goal difference of +15, suggesting they have been slightly more prolific and defensively resilient than their upcoming opponents.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head encounters between Barcelona and Girona offer a glimpse into what could be expected. Their most recent clash on April 10, 2023, ended in a goalless draw, while Barcelona edged out Girona with a narrow 1-0 victory on January 28, 2023. These tight contests indicate a potentially close match ahead.

Prediction

This fixture is poised to be a battle between Barcelona's balanced approach and Girona's high-flying confidence. With both teams vying for supremacy and Champions League qualification, stakes couldn't be higher. The predictions are not straightforward, as both teams have key players who can turn the game on its head.

However, considering the home advantage and Barcelona's strong home record, one could lean towards a slight edge for the Catalans. Girona, though, will not make it easy, as their league-leading form is nothing to scoff at. The match is likely to be tightly contested, with moments of individual brilliance potentially deciding the outcome.

In the absence of a clear winner from the predictions, the focus will be on whether both teams can maintain their defensive solidity while trying to exploit each other's weaknesses. The midfield battle, where key passes and control of the game's tempo will be crucial, could very well dictate the pace and direction of the match.

In conclusion, while the predictions remain neutral, the expectation is for a hard-fought encounter, with Barcelona perhaps edging it through their home advantage and the influence of key players like Sergi Roberto and Abdessamad Ezzalzouli. Girona, spearheaded by Cristhian Stuani and Yan Couto, will not make it easy, setting the stage for an enthralling match-up in La Liga's matchday 16.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

43%

57%

Attacking Potential

38%

63%

Defensive Potential

56%

44%

Poisson Distribution

55%

45%

Stregth H2H

85%

15%

Goals H2H

73%

27%

Wins the game

58%

42%

Barcelona - Girona Head to Head

04/05	Girona	-	Barcelona
10/12	Barcelona	2 - 4	Girona
10/04	Barcelona	0 - 0	Girona
28/01	Girona	0 - 1	Barcelona

La Liga standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Real Madrid	30	23	6	1	66	20	46	75
2	Barcelona	30	20	7	3	61	34	27	67
3	Girona	30	20	5	5	62	36	26	65
4	Athletic Club	30	16	8	6	50	28	22	56
5	Atletico Madrid	29	17	4	8	54	34	20	55
6	Real Sociedad	30	13	10	7	43	31	12	49
7	Real Betis	30	10	12	8	36	36	0	42
8	Valencia	29	11	8	10	32	32	0	41
9	Osasuna	30	11	6	13	36	43	-7	39
10	Villarreal	29	10	8	11	47	51	-4	38
11	Getafe	30	9	11	10	37	43	-6	38
12	Las Palmas	30	10	7	13	29	33	-4	37
13	Alaves	30	8	8	14	26	36	-10	32
14	Sevilla	30	7	10	13	37	44	-7	31
15	Mallorca	30	6	13	11	25	35	-10	31
16	Rayo Vallecano	30	6	12	12	25	38	-13	30
17	Celta Vigo	30	6	10	14	32	44	-12	28
18	Cadiz	30	4	13	13	21	40	-19	25
19	Granada CF	29	2	8	19	30	59	-29	14
20	Almeria	30	1	10	19	28	60	-32	13