Barcelona is gearing up to face Valencia in their next La Liga match on Sunday, aiming to continue their strong start to the season with an unblemished record. The team, managed by Hansi Flick, has begun the campaign with remarkable success, winning all three of their opening matches.
The Blaugrana kicked off their season with an impressive 5-0 victory over Elche CF, followed by a solid 2-0 win at home against Athletic Club. Most recently, they showcased their attacking capabilities with a thrilling 5-2 triumph over Rayo Vallecano, establishing themselves as early contenders for the La Liga title.
As they prepare for the fixture at Mestalla, Barcelona is in high spirits, particularly with several positive updates regarding their squad. The club has successfully registered key summer signings, including forward Gabriel Jesus and goalkeeper Dominik Livaković, both of whom are set to be included in the matchday squad.
Another boost for Barcelona comes with the return of midfielder Gavi, who has been sidelined for an extended period. His presence is expected to provide both emotional and tactical advantages to Flick's strategy going into the match.
There was a brief scare regarding young talent Lamine Yamal, who missed a training session due to a minor injury. However, Flick has confirmed that Yamal is fit and ready to play, likely featuring in the starting lineup against Valencia.
On the injury front, Barcelona will be without Frenkie de Jong and Roony Bardghji, both of whom are dealing with knee injuries. Additionally, academy player Jesse Bisiwu is unavailable. Despite these absences, the depth of the squad allows Barcelona to remain competitive.
Joan Garcia is expected to start in goal, while the attacking front will likely be led by Raphinha, with Yamal and Fermín López providing support. The predicted lineup for Barcelona includes: J Garcia; E Garcia, Cubarsi, Martin, Espart; Pedri, Bernal; Yamal, Fermin, Gordon; Raphinha.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 3:15 PM BST on Sunday, September 6th. Fans in the UK can catch the action live on Premier Sports 2, as Barcelona looks to extend their winning streak and solidify their position at the top of the La Liga standings.
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