Barcelona are expected to be the clear favourites in this game, and you can add over 2.5 to your bet slip.
Match info: La Liga
Venue: Estadio Olimpico Lluis Companys, Catalonia
Date: Sunday, 15th December 2024
Time: 9 pm Nigerian time
Barcelona will be aiming to return to winning ways in Spain's top flight when they continue their campaign with a contest against Leganes at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on Sunday night.
Hansi Flick's side are currently top of the La Liga table, two points clear of second-placed Real Madrid, while Leganes are down in 17th, having picked up 15 points from their opening 16 matches of the campaign.
Head-to-head:
- Barcelona have won 8 of the last 9 meetings between the two teams.
- Leganes have recorded just 1 win.
- All their encounters produced at least 2 goals in all.
Form:
- Barcelona in the league: L-D-L-W-D
- Barcelona in all competitions: W-L-W-D-W
- Leganes in the League: L-W-L-D-L
- Leganes in all competitions: W-L-D-W-L
Team News:
- Andreas Christensen, Ansu Fati, Marc Bernal, and Marc-Andre Ter Stegen are out of this game for FC Barcelona due to injury. Raphinha was subbed off due to tiredness but will play a part in the game.
- Daniel Raba, Darko Brasanac, and Enric Franquesa will miss the game for Leganés due to injury. Valentin Rosier is suspended for this game.
Player(s) to watch:
- Raphinha will be the player to watch out for Barcelona in this game. He has been sensational this season. Raphinha can play across the front line, often positioned on the right wing but capable of playing on the left or as an attacking midfielder. His adaptability makes him valuable for tactical flexibility. The Brazilian winger possesses excellent ball control, with a flair for dribbling that often sees him weaving through defenders.
- Juan Cruz has been the man for Leganes fans have quickly turned their attention to Juan Cruz for his work ethic and his flair on the pitch. His goal against Las Palmas was a work of art where he unleashed a spectacular shot from 25 meters out.