11 April 2026
Camp Nou, Barcelona, La Liga
The first Catalan derby of the 2025-26 La Liga season sees Barcelona visit Espanyol on April 11, 2026. Barcelona are riding a wave of confidence after a thrilling 4-3 victory over Real Madrid and remain firmly in the hunt to clinch the La Liga title. Despite some defensive concerns due to injuries and suspensions, Hansi Flick’s side will be eager to maintain their momentum against local rivals.
Espanyol, meanwhile, are battling to secure their top-flight status with only a small cushion above the relegation zone. Missing key players such as Charles Pickel to AFCON and with Javi Puado doubtful, Espanyol face a stern test at home. Their defensive resilience will be crucial, but they must also find a way to threaten a much stronger Barcelona side.
| Team | Last 5 | Goals For | Goals Against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barcelona | W W D W W | 14 | 6 |
| Espanyol | L D W L D | 6 | 10 |
Barcelona’s recent form highlights their attacking prowess and consistency, scoring 14 goals in their last five matches while conceding only six. Espanyol have struggled for stability, managing just one win in five and conceding more than they score. The gulf in quality and momentum is clear heading into this derby.
EspanyolLEspanyolLBarcelonaWEspanyolLBarcelonaDEspanyolD| Home (Espanyol) | Draw | Away (Barcelona) |
|---|---|---|
| 5.50 | 4.00 | 1.50 |
Barcelona are the strong favorites at around 1.50, reflecting their superior form and squad depth despite injury concerns. The draw at 4.00 offers moderate value given Espanyol’s home advantage and need for points, while Espanyol’s win at 5.50 is a long shot given their current struggles.
Barcelona to win with both teams scoring in a competitive Catalan derby.
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