Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(11) 6 Goals 4 (6)
(10) 7 Assists 3 (4)
(6.7) 7 Average Ratings 6.2 (6.3)
26.3 Average Age 24.7
181 Average Height (cm) 185
(1.3) 1.3 Shots pg 0.9 (0.8)
(57%) 57% Aerial Duel Success 40% (40%)
(1.2) 1.1 Dribbles pg 0.9 (0.7)
(1.2) 1 Tackles pg 1.2 (1.4)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Champions League Grp. H.

Missing Players

Barcelona
Royal Antwerp
Player Reason Status Rating
Ronald Araujo Out 6.84
Pedri Out 6.37
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 6.14

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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