La Liga 2025-2026: Espanol vs Barcelona Prediction

Espanol

Home Team
4%
VS

Barcelona

Away Team
90%
Draw: 5%
Over 2.5: 55%
Under 2.5: 45%
Goal: 59%
No Goal: 41%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Barcelona 18 15 1 2 51 20 31 46
2 Real Madrid 18 13 3 2 36 16 20 42
3 Ath Madrid 18 11 4 3 33 16 17 37
4 Villarreal 16 11 2 3 31 15 16 35
5 Espanol 17 10 3 4 22 17 5 33
6 Betis 17 7 7 3 29 19 10 28
7 Celta 17 5 8 4 20 19 1 23
8 Betis 18 7 2 9 16 24 -8 23
9 Elche 17 5 7 5 23 20 3 22
10 Sevilla 17 6 2 9 24 26 -2 20
11 Getafe 17 6 2 9 13 22 -9 20
12 Osasuna 17 5 3 9 17 20 -3 18
13 Mallorca 17 4 6 7 19 24 -5 18
14 Alaves 17 5 3 9 14 20 -6 18
15 Vallecano 17 4 6 7 13 20 -7 18
16 Sociedad 17 4 5 8 21 25 -4 17
17 Valencia 17 3 7 7 16 26 -10 16
18 Girona 17 3 6 8 15 33 -18 15
19 Oviedo 17 2 5 10 7 26 -19 11
20 Levante 16 2 4 10 17 29 -12 10

Recent Trends

Espanol ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅

  • Last Match: ✅ vs Ath Bilbao (Goals: 2 - 1)
  • 2nd Last Match: ✅ vs Getafe (Goals: 1 - 0)
  • 3rd Last Match: ✅ vs Vallecano (Goals: 1 - 0)
  • 4th Last Match: ✅ vs Celta (Goals: 1 - 0)
  • 5th Last Match: ✅ vs Sevilla (Goals: 2 - 1)

Barcelona ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅

  • Last Match: ✅ vs Villarreal (Goals: 2 - 0)
  • 2nd Last Match: ✅ vs Osasuna (Goals: 2 - 0)
  • 3rd Last Match: ✅ vs Betis (Goals: 5 - 3)
  • 4th Last Match: ✅ vs Ath Madrid (Goals: 3 - 1)
  • 5th Last Match: ✅ vs Alaves (Goals: 3 - 1)

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Espanol

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.40
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.22
# Clean Sheets: 3

Barcelona

Average Expected Goals (xG): 2.72
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 2.34
# Clean Sheets: 2

Key Prediction Insights

The upcoming clash between Espanol and Barcelona is expected to be heavily tilted in favor of the visiting team. With a 90.0% probability, Barcelona is predicted to secure a win. The game is also anticipated to feature over 2.5 goals, with a 55.0% chance of this outcome. In the current La Liga standings, Barcelona sits comfortably at the top with 46 points, while Espanol is in 5th place with 33 points.

Match Analysis

Both teams head into this fixture on the back of stellar performances, each securing three consecutive victories in their last games. Espanol has demonstrated solid defensive capabilities, achieving three clean sheets recently and conceding only one goal across these matches. Their average goal tally stands at 1.0 per game, with expected goals slightly higher at 1.4, indicating potential for offensive improvement. Barcelona, on the other hand, has showcased their attacking prowess, scoring an average of 2.6 goals per game in their last five outings. Despite conceding 2.2 goals on average, they have managed to maintain control in crucial moments, securing two clean sheets. Their expected goals figure of 2.72 underscores their attacking efficiency, suggesting they could be a formidable force against any defense.

Final Prediction

Barcelona's dominant form and their top position in the league give them a significant edge over Espanol. Their ability to consistently score goals and secure wins makes them the favorites for this match. Key to watch will be Barcelona's offensive execution, as they look to leverage their high expected goals to overpower Espanol's resilient defense.