Celta Vigo – FC Barcelona
Our Celta – Barcelona prediction is: Over 2.5 goals – 1.45 odds
- Last meeting: Barcelona won 2-1 (February 2024)
- Barcelona dominated 4 of the last 5 duels
- Celta needs points, Barça wants to show dominance.
This Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 9:00 p.m. German time, Celta Vigo will face FC Barcelona at the Estadio Abanca-Balaídos. This encounter promises exciting football moments, as the in-form Barcelona lead the La Liga table with 33 points and an impressive goal difference of +28. In contrast, Celta Vigo are in 11th place with 17 points and a mediocre goal difference of -2. The hosts need to score to stay in touch with the top of the table.
Celta Vigo coach Claudio Giraldez will need to get his team’s tactics spot on to keep the high-flying Hansi Flick team at bay. Celta have been inconsistent in recent matches. Barcelona, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back after a surprise defeat last weekend to Real Sociedad.
Celta could pull off an upset with their home crowd behind them, but Barcelona are clearly in the better position on paper. This weekend will show whether the underdog can cause this favorite to falter. It is clear that every point could be crucial for Celta, while Barcelona will do everything they can to extend their lead in the table.
Celta – Barcelona Info
- Date & Time: 11/23/2024, 9:00 PM
- Venue: Balaidos, Vigo
- Competition: La Liga, match day 14
- Broadcast/Live stream: DAZN 1
Celta Form & balance check
Celta Vigo have been showing inconsistent form in the current La Liga season. The recent 2-2 draw against Real Betis on November 10 showed both the strengths and weaknesses of the team managed by Claudio Giraldez. While the team managed to get a point, the defense remains vulnerable to surprises at critical moments.
The results have varied greatly in recent weeks. The 1-0 win against Getafe on November 4 was a hard-fought victory that highlighted the team’s fighting spirit. By contrast, the 3-0 defeat against Leganés on October 27 was a setback that exposed gaps in the defense. Particularly noteworthy was the convincing 5-1 Copa del Rey win over UD San Pedro on October 30, a game in which Celta Vigo was able to showcase its offensive qualities.
Celta Vigo needs to play more consistently
In the league, inconsistent performances have been on display. The narrow 1-2 loss to Real Madrid on October 19, despite a strong start, and the 1-0 win over Las Palmas at the beginning of the month, show a team that is capable of holding its own against strong opponents, but lacks consistency. The 1-1 draw against Girona further illustrates this picture. The offensive dependency on precise finishes, as regularly achieved by Borja Iglesias, is counteracted by defensive instability.
The eleventh place in the table with 17 points and a goal difference of -2 shows an urgent need for improvement. The upcoming games underlined the necessity to build on the positive influences and at the same time tackle the defensive weaknesses.
Celta Facts & Analysis
- 17th place, 17 points, goal difference -2
- 57% of home games won
- Dependence on Iago Aspas and Borja Iglesias
Barcelona Form & record Check
FC Barcelona are currently top of La Liga and have shown impressive form in recent games. Despite an unexpected setback against Real Sociedad, in which they suffered a 1-0 defeat, the team, led by coach Hansi Flick, maintained their dominant presence. Particularly noteworthy was the triumphant 4-0 victory over arch-rivals Real Madrid on October 26, in which Barcelona impressively demonstrated its offensive power. Not only in the league, but also in the Champions League, the Catalans are showing their class, as the 5-2 win against Red Star thrillingly proved.
Robert Lewandowski, known for his accurate shooting, has been instrumental in the team’s recent successes. Equally important is the role of Lamine Yamal Nasraoui Ebana, whose assists are an important part of Barcelona’s offensive strategy. Despite their impressive winning streak, the Blaugrana are walking a tightrope. The occasional defensive slip-ups, such as the 4-2 defeat to Osasuna, could pose a potential risk to their consistent performance. Nevertheless, the team’s strategic sophistication and combination play allow them to fight back time and again and maintain their lead in La Liga.
Barcelona are hard to stop
The Spanish side have an 80% win rate over 90 minutes, a remarkable figure that is considered above average even for a team of their size. They face their next test on November 23 against Celta Vigo, when they will be looking to continue their winning streak. The strategic and individual class of players like Raphael Dias Belloli and Daniel Olmo will continue to be crucial to fulfilling Barcelona’s ambitions this season. Overall, FC Barcelona is in a promising position to dominate both the domestic league and international competition.
Barcelona Facts & Analysis
- 1st place, 33 points, goal difference +28
- Want to continue their winning streak
- 40 goals in 13 games, 3.1 goals per game
Celta – FC Barcelona head to head & statistics
The head to head between Celta Vigo and FC Barcelona is heavily in favor of the Catalans, who have won four of the last five meetings. Celta Vigo have only been able to emerge victorious on one occasion. In the last meeting in February 2024, Barcelona won 2-1. An impressive streak for Barcelona is the 5-game streak in which they have scored a goal in each game. At the same time, Celta Vigo has a streak in which they have conceded goals in the same five games. Celta Vigo also has a remarkable streak of three draws in the second half against Barcelona.
Head to head (H2H)
