La Liga 2024-2025: Espanol vs Barcelona Prediction

Espanol

Home Team
1%
VS

Barcelona

Away Team
98%
Draw: 1%
Over 2.5: 62%
Under 2.5: 38%
Goal: 56%
No Goal: 44%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Barcelona 35 26 4 5 95 36 59 82
2 Real Madrid 35 23 6 6 72 37 35 75
3 Ath Madrid 35 20 10 5 60 27 33 70
4 Ath Bilbao 35 17 13 5 51 26 25 64
5 Villarreal 35 17 10 8 61 47 14 61
6 Betis 35 16 10 9 53 43 10 58
7 Celta 35 14 7 14 55 54 1 49
8 Vallecano 35 12 11 12 37 42 -5 47
9 Mallorca 35 13 8 14 33 40 -7 47
10 Valencia 35 11 12 12 43 51 -8 45
11 Osasuna 35 10 15 10 43 51 -8 45
12 Sociedad 35 12 7 16 32 41 -9 43
13 Getafe 35 10 9 16 31 34 -3 39
14 Espanol 35 10 9 16 38 47 -9 39
15 Girona 35 10 8 17 41 53 -12 38
16 Sevilla 35 9 11 15 39 49 -10 38
17 Alaves 35 8 11 16 35 47 -12 35
18 Leganes 35 7 13 15 35 53 -18 34
19 Las Palmas 35 8 8 19 40 57 -17 32
20 Valladolid 35 4 4 27 26 85 -59 16

Recent Trends

Espanol ❌ ❌ ❌ ⚪ ✅

  • Last Match: ❌ vs Leganes (Goals: 2 - 3)
  • 2nd Last Match: ❌ vs Betis (Goals: 1 - 2)
  • 3rd Last Match: ❌ vs Villarreal (Goals: 0 - 1)
  • 4th Last Match: ⚪ vs Valencia (Goals: 1 - 1)
  • 5th Last Match: ✅ vs Getafe (Goals: 1 - 0)

Barcelona ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅

  • Last Match: ✅ vs Real Madrid (Goals: 4 - 3)
  • 2nd Last Match: ✅ vs Valladolid (Goals: 2 - 1)
  • 3rd Last Match: ✅ vs Mallorca (Goals: 1 - 0)
  • 4th Last Match: ✅ vs Celta (Goals: 4 - 3)
  • 5th Last Match: ✅ vs Leganes (Goals: 1 - 0)

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Espanol

Average Expected Goals (xG): 0.75
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.06
# Clean Sheets: 1

Barcelona

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.81
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 0.76
# Clean Sheets: 2

Key Prediction Insights

The upcoming clash between Espanyol and Barcelona is heavily tilted in favor of the visitors. Barcelona, currently sitting atop the La Liga standings, holds a commanding 98% probability of winning the encounter against 14th-placed Espanyol. The likelihood of this match featuring over 2.5 goals stands at 62%, indicating an expectation of an action-packed game.

Match Analysis

Espanyol's recent form paints a concerning picture for their supporters. Having suffered three consecutive losses, including a narrow 1-2 defeat at home against Betis and a 0-1 setback away to Villarreal, they find themselves in a precarious position just above the relegation zone. With an average of only one goal scored per game in their last five matches and an average of 1.056 expected goals conceded, Espanyol's defense appears vulnerable. On the other hand, Barcelona is riding a wave of success, boasting three consecutive victories, including a thrilling 4-3 triumph over arch-rivals Real Madrid. Barcelona's offensive prowess is evident, with an average of 2.6 goals scored per game in their last five outings. Furthermore, their defense has been relatively solid, conceding an average of only 0.8 goals per game. With two clean sheets in their recent matches, Barcelona's defense is well-drilled and capable of keeping the Espanyol attack at bay.

Final Prediction

The predicted winner, Barcelona, has a significant edge due to their superior form and attacking strength. With key players firing on all cylinders, they are expected to dominate proceedings. A critical factor to watch is Barcelona's ability to capitalize on Espanyol's defensive lapses, potentially leading to a high-scoring affair in favor of the league leaders.