Barcelona vs Valencia Predictions

• Barcelona have conceded in their last two games
• The Catalans have conceded 3.99 xG in those matches
• Valencia have lost their last four visits to Barcelona, conceding 15 times

More chaos for Barcelona

Barcelona’s first home game of the season was supposed to be their grand return to the Camp Nou, but red tape left them without a ground to play in.

The club’s stay at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys was supposed to be over, so the Olympic ground is hosting a concert this week. However, their home stadium isn’t ready, forcing this clash to be played at the 6,000-seat Estadi Johan Cruyff, home of their youth sides.

It’s safe to say that Valencia face a less daunting trip as a result. The visitors should have already been confident that they could cause problems, as Barcelona haven’t made a stellar start to the new campaign.

The champions dispatched a nine-man Mallorca side 3-0 in their opener, but they’ve looked weak at the back since. Levante only had 18% of the ball in their 3-2 loss to Barca, but they still generated 2.14 xG, carving out six big chances.

Barca lost the xG battle at Rayo Vallecano before the break, conceding 1.85 xG in a 1-1 draw. Valencia should get chances, while Barca’s attacking talent should thrive regardless of the surroundings. As a result, both teams to score is the standout bet.