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FC Barcelona vs Manchester United FC, Europe 2022-23 PLAYOFF ROUND

UEFA Europa League · 2022-23
Thu 16 Feb 2023 · 17:45 UTC Camp Nou HT 45' · FT 45'

Overview

Match Preview

FC Barcelona vs Manchester United FC — Europe at Camp Nou.

Match Details

  • Referee Alberto Tegoni
  • Referee Maurizio Mariani
  • Referee Massimiliano Irrati
  • Referee Luca Pairetto
  • Referee Daniele Bindoni
  • Referee Simone Sozza

Recent Form

DateOpponentH/A ScoreResult
16 Feb Manchester United FC H 2–2 D
12 Feb Villarreal CF A 1–0 W
05 Feb Sevilla FC H 3–0 W
01 Feb Real Betis Balompié A 2–1 W
28 Jan Girona FC A 1–0 W
22 Jan Getafe CF H 1–0 W
DateOpponentH/A ScoreResult
16 Feb FC Barcelona A 2–2 D
12 Feb Leeds United FC A 2–0 W
08 Feb Leeds United FC H 2–2 D
04 Feb Crystal Palace FC H 2–1 W
28 Jan Reading FC H 3–1 W
22 Jan Arsenal FC A 2–3 L

Key Stats

50% Both Teams to Score
H2H (4 games)
75% Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history

Events

Match Events

  • 0' Welcome to Camp Nou that hosts another battle between FC Barcelona and Manchester United FC.
  • 5' has dominated the recent head-to-head record, winning 0 of the last 0 meetings.
  • 10' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 10 minutes.
  • 15' Supporters expect more eagerness from Ferran Torres, as he is very good at scoring at Camp Nou with 11 goals in the last 8 games.
  • 20' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Raphael Varane made 553 appearances and scored 15 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
  • 25' Both keepers have barely been tested. FC Barcelona and Manchester United FC are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
  • 30' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Jordi Alba on 30 minutes.
  • 35' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
  • 40' The home supporters are growing impatient. FC Barcelona must find a spark to ignite this game.
  • 41' The whistle greets Pedri as he departs to be replaced by Sergi Roberto.
  • 43' Raphael Varane has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Yellow card on 43.
  • 48' The energy levels are beginning to show. Erik ten Hag might look to freshen things up shortly.
  • 50' The Spain Marcos Alonso breaks the deadlock on 50 minutes. 1-0!
  • 53' A goal from the England international Marcus Rashford! He fires home on 53 to make it 1-1!
  • 58' FC Barcelona currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
  • 59' A goal from the France international Jules Kounde! He fires home on 59 to make it 1-2!
  • 64' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
  • 65' A meaty challenge results in booking for Casemiro on 65.
  • 66' Poor challenge from Erik ten Hag. The referee spots it immediately and shows the Yellow card.
  • 66' Time for substitution for FC Barcelona. Marcos Alonso is replaced by Andreas Christensen.
  • 67' It’s gonna be a Yellow card for Casemiro.
  • 67' It is a substitution in FC Barcelona team. Marcos Alonso is replaced by Andreas Christensen on 67 minute.
  • 68' The supporters are chanting for Alejandro Balde. He replaces Jordi Alba on 68 minute.
  • 72' It’s a booking for Manchester United FC player. Tyrell Malacia gets a Yellow card.
  • 73' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the Yellow card for Tyrell Malacia.
  • 76' What a strike from Raphinha! The score is 2-2.
  • 81' FC Barcelona is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
  • 82' Fresh legs for Manchester United FC! Alejandro Garnacho comes on to replace Jadon Sancho.
  • 83' FC Barcelona manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Ferran Torres is hanging Raphinha on the field on 83 minute.
  • 88' The 33-year-old Fred has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
  • The final whistle goes. A composed, disciplined performance from to claim maximum points.

Lineups

H2H

Predictions

Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.62 FC Barcelona xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.13 Manchester United FC xG
I would bet for: Markets are evenly balanced — no clear value pick.

Match Result

✗ Wrong
FC Barcelona50% Draw26% Manchester United FC24%
Actual: Draw

Both Teams to Score

✓ Correct
Yes55% 0% No45%
Avg goals/match: 2.75
Actual: Yes — both scored

Over / Under Goals

✓ O/U 2.5
Line Over Under
± 0.5 92%
8%
± 1.5 76%
24%
± 2.5 51%
49%
± 3.5 30%
70%
± 4.5 15%
85%

Double Chance

FC Barcelona or Draw
76%
Draw or Manchester United FC
50%
FC Barcelona or Manchester United FC
74%

Half-Time Result

✓ Correct
FC Barcelona34% Draw46% Manchester United FC20%
Actual: Draw at HT

Correct Score

✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.6%
1 – 0
9.5%
2 – 1
9.1%
0 – 0
8.3%
2 – 0
8.3%
1 – 2
6.3%
0 – 1
6.3%
2 – 2
Actual
3 – 1
5%
3 – 0
4.4%
0 – 2
4%
3 – 2
2.9%

Asian Handicap — FC Barcelona

Handicap FC Barcelona covers Push Manchester United FC covers
-2.5 11% — 89%
-2 11% 15% 75%
-1.5 25% — 75%
-1 25% 22% 53%
-0.5 47% — 53%
+0.5 75% — 25%
+1 75% 15% 10%
+1.5 90% — 10%
+2 90% 7% 3%
+2.5 97% — 3%

Clean Sheet

FC Barcelona keeps clean sheet
33% ✓
Manchester United FC keeps clean sheet
21% ✓

Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.