Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(4) 4 Goals 0 (0)
(4) 3 Assists 0 (0)
(7.4) 7.7 Average Ratings 5.9 (5.9)
25.5 Average Age 23.8
181 Average Height (cm) 181.9
(1.8) 2 Shots pg 1 (1)
(76%) 79% Aerial Duel Success 22% (24%)
(1.5) 1.6 Dribbles pg 2.5 (2.5)
(1.8) 1.7 Tackles pg 1.5 (1.3)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Champions League Grp. H.

Missing Players

Barcelona
Royal Antwerp
Player Reason Status Rating
Ronald Araújo Out N/A
Pedri Out N/A
Player Reason Status Rating
Ortwin De Wolf Out N/A
Davino Verhulst Out N/A
Björn Engels Out N/A
Sam Vines Out N/A
Kobe Corbanie Out N/A

Team News

Barcelona
Royal Antwerp
  • Barcelona remain without Ronald Araujo and Pedri for this one, but will be boosted by Ilkay Gundogan's cameo on Saturday evening.
  • Fermin Lopez is also available for selection once again, after serving a league suspension at the weekend.
  • Joao Felix, who impressed on his full Barcelona debut against Real Betis on Saturday, should keep his place here.
  • Antwerp will be without a handful of players for their what will be their first ever Champions League fixture.
  • They take their spot in Group H having beaten AEK Athens over two legs in qualifying.

Prediction

  • Both sides have started their respective seasons strongly; Barcelona currently sit second in La Liga, having taken 13 points from their first five matches.
  • The hosts have won their last four matches, scoring 13 goals.
  • Royal Antwerp have not lost in six matches, and were comfortable winners against Westerlo on Friday evening. They are also unbeaten in their four most recent away matches.
  • Xavi's side are expected to secure all three points in this one.
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