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Match Preview: Barcelona v Villarreal
Stadium: Camp Nou
Positions:
Villarreal 3rd
Barca NA
Out:
•MAtS - Injury
Stadium: Camp Nou
Positions:
Villarreal 3rd
Barca NA
Out:
•MAtS - Injury
In Koeman’s first game in charge, Barca will be looking to secure three points. But that’s not all, as doubts have already appeared about Koeman’s appointment, so playing fast and impressive football should be key to silence the doubters.
Barca are yet to make a signing since the 8-2 defeat in Lisbon, but the additions of Pjanic, Trincao, & Pedri, as well as the promotion of Fati. Puig & Araujo could also play a vital role in this season. The return of Coutinho and Alena from loan could also boost Barca’s chances.
There are still noticeable gaps in Barca’s squad, particularly in LB, RB, CB, and CF. After the 3 transfers this week, the club can finally invest in new talent. At the moment though, Koeman has to compromise. It also looks like he will play in his preferred 4-2-3-1 formation.
Predicted XI:
Neto
Roberto-Pique-Lenglet-Alba
De Jong-Pjanic
Messi-Coutinho-Dembele/Fati
Griezmann
Neto
Roberto-Pique-Lenglet-Alba
De Jong-Pjanic
Messi-Coutinho-Dembele/Fati
Griezmann
Pique is likely to lead the defense, with FDJ and Pjanic playing in a double pivot role. Coutinho flourished in front of a double pivot in preseason, and with Messi on the right, some much needed depth will be provided by Fati/Dembele. Griezmann will play as a CF.
Predicted Scoreline:
Barca 3-1 Villarreal
Messi 1 goal 1 assist
Griezmann 2 goals
Coutinho 2 assists
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Barca 3-1 Villarreal
Messi 1 goal 1 assist
Griezmann 2 goals
Coutinho 2 assists
End of thread
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