FC Barcelona vs Valencia CF, La Liga 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
FC Barcelona vs Valencia CF — La Liga at Estadio Camp Nou Municipal.
- FC Barcelona 12 games · 33 pts (2026/27)
- Valencia CF 12 games · 9 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Alberto Undiano
- Referee Roberto Alonso
- Referee Jesus Gil
- Referee Jose Matias
- Referee Pedro Munoz
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Barcelona | 12 | 33 |
| 2 | Real Madrid CF | 12 | 30 |
| 3 | Club Atlético de Madrid | 12 | 28 |
| 4 | Real Betis Balompié | 12 | 26 |
| 5 | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | 12 | 22 |
| 6 | Sevilla FC | 12 | 18 |
| 7 | Athletic Club | 11 | 16 |
| 8 | RC Deportivo La Coruña | 12 | 15 |
| 9 | Villarreal CF | 12 | 15 |
| 10 | Real Racing Club de Santander | 12 | 14 |
| 11 | RC Celta de Vigo | 12 | 13 |
| 12 | Deportivo Alavés | 12 | 13 |
| 13 | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | 11 | 12 |
| 14 | CA Osasuna | 12 | 12 |
| 15 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 12 | 12 |
| 16 | Getafe CF | 12 | 12 |
| 17 | Levante UD | 12 | 11 |
| 18 | Elche CF | 12 | 10 |
| 19 | Valencia CF | 12 | 9 |
| 20 | Málaga CF | 12 | 5 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Feb | Valencia CF | H | 2–2 | D |
| 27 Jan | Girona FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 20 Jan | CD Leganes | H | 3–1 | W |
| 13 Jan | SD Eibar | H | 3–0 | W |
| 06 Jan | Getafe CF | A | 2–1 | W |
| 22 Dec | RC Celta de Vigo | H | 2–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Feb | FC Barcelona | A | 2–2 | D |
| 26 Jan | Villarreal CF | H | 3–0 | W |
| 19 Jan | RC Celta de Vigo | A | 2–1 | W |
| 12 Jan | Real Valladolid CF | H | 1–1 | D |
| 05 Jan | Deportivo Alavés | A | 1–2 | L |
| 23 Dec | SD Huesca | H | 2–1 | W |
Season Stats
| FC Barcelona | Valencia CF | |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Position | #19 |
| 33 | Points | 9 |
| 12 | Played | 12 |
| 11 / 0 / 1 | W / D / L | 2 / 3 / 7 |
| 48 | Scored | 8 |
| 13 | Conceded | 20 |
| +35 | GD | -12 |
| 2.75 | PPG | 0.75 |
| 92% | Win % | 17% |
Key Stats
71%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (17 games)
H2H (17 games)
71%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
33%
Clean Sheets
FC Barcelona this season
FC Barcelona this season
33%
Clean Sheets
Valencia CF this season
Valencia CF this season
FC Barcelona are 1st (33 pts). Valencia CF are 19th (9 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
FC Barcelona
0-15
7/2
16-30
8/3
31-45
7/1
46-60
4/2
61-75
10/1
76+
10/4
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Valencia CF
0-15
1/1
16-30
1/4
31-45
1/2
46-60
1/2
61-75
2/3
76+
1/6
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
FC Barcelona
| Raphinha | 15 G | 2 A |
| Lamine Yamal | 10 G | 8 A |
| Fermin Lopez | 7 G | 5 A |
| Gabriel Jesus | 3 G | 1 A |
| Karim Adeyemi | 2 G | 2 A |
Valencia CF
| Umar Sadiq | 2 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' The stage is set the green flag drops! Another match against FC Barcelona and Valencia CF has kicked off!
- 5' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Daniel Wass suffering a number of foals already.
- 10' Ferran Torres is putting in a real shift tonight. He has covered more ground than anyone else for FC Barcelona so far.
- 15' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Lionel Messi made 528 appearances and scored 253 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 20' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 24' Goal! Kevin Gameiro scores his 52 goal in 434 matches.
- 29' Arturo Vidal has been relatively quiet despite scoring 19 goals in his last 528 appearances.
- 31' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Sergi Roberto on 31 minutes.
- 32' What a moment for Dani Parejo! That strike on 32 puts his side firmly in control.
- 37' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 39' Lionel Messi is having a superb {COMPETITION} campaign — that is 27 goals this season for the .
- 40' Ferran Torres is replacing Kevin Gameiro for the Valencia CF side.
- 45' Controversy at the stadium! Ivan Rakitic argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 46' Fresh legs for FC Barcelona! Jordi Alba comes on to replace Nelsinho.
- 51' FC Barcelona are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Valencia CF's shape.
- 56' The energy levels are beginning to show. Marcelino might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 61' Thomas Vermaelen is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Valencia CF tonight.
- 64' What an equalizer from Lionel Messi!
- 66' Carles Alena makes way for Arthur at the 66 minute mark. A tactical switch from FC Barcelona.
- 71' Both keepers have barely been tested. FC Barcelona and Valencia CF are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 72' Geoffrey Kondogbia is replacing Francis Coquelin for the Valencia CF side.
- 77' It looks surprising Valencia CF does not make any changes. Ivan Rakitic has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 79' Another substitution for Valencia CF to replace Rodrigo by Santi Mina on 79 minute.
- 84' The FC Barcelona bench stirs into life. Philippe Coutinho is withdrawn and Malcom gets his opportunity.
- 89' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 90' Controversy at the stadium! Jordi Alba argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- The referee brings this contest to a close. take all three points.
Lineups
FC Barcelona Lineups
Starting XI
- 22
- 9
- 1
- 3
- 10
-
7
Philippe Coutinho ↓ Malcom 84'
- 4
- 24
-
2
Nelson Semedo ↓ Jordi Alba 46'
- 20
- 21
Bench
- 17
- 15
-
8
Arthur ↑ 66'
-
18
Jordi Alba ↑ 46'
-
14
Malcom ↑ 84'
- 19
- 30
Coach
Ernesto Valverde
Valencia CF Lineups
Starting XI
-
9
Kevin Gameiro ↓ Ferran Torres 40'
- 10
-
19
Rodrigo ↓ Santi Mina 79'
- 13
- 11
- 18
- 17
- 21
- 15
- 24
- 5
Bench
- 1
- 8
-
6
Geoffrey Kondogbia ↑ 72'
-
22
Santi Mina ↑ 79'
-
20
Ferran Torres ↑ 40'
- 4
- 16
Coach
Marcelino
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Robert Lewandowski | 8 |
| Lionel Messi | 7 |
| Raphinha | 4 |
| Carlos Soler | 4 |
| Fermin Lopez | 4 |
| Maxi Gomez | 3 |
| Frenkie de Jong | 3 |
| Hugo Duro | 3 |
FC Barcelona Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
3.62
FC Barcelona xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.98
Valencia CF xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 82% + FC Barcelona to win 73%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 4.6
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 98% |
|
2% |
| ± 1.5 | 94% |
|
6% |
| ± 2.5 | 82% |
|
18% |
| ± 3.5 | 65% |
|
35% |
| ± 4.5 | 46% |
|
54% |
Double Chance
FC Barcelona or Draw
88%
Draw or Valencia CF
27%
FC Barcelona or Valencia CF
85%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Valencia CF win at HT
Correct Score
✗ 2–2 not predicted2 – 2Actual
3 – 0
8.2%
3 – 1
7.7%
4 – 0
7.2%
2 – 0
7.1%
4 – 1
6.9%
2 – 1
6.6%
5 – 0
5.2%
5 – 1
5.1%
1 – 1
4.3%
1 – 0
3.9%
3 – 2
3.7%
4 – 2
3.4%
Asian Handicap — FC Barcelona
| Handicap | FC Barcelona covers | Push | Valencia CF covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 48% | — | 52% |
| -2 | 48% | 19% | 33% |
| -1.5 | 67% | — | 33% |
| -1 | 67% | 16% | 17% |
| -0.5 | 83% | — | 17% |
| +0.5 | 94% | — | 6% |
| +1 | 94% | 4% | 2% |
| +1.5 | 98% | — | 2% |
| +2 | 98% | 2% | 1% |
| +2.5 | 99% | — | 1% |
Clean Sheet
FC Barcelona keeps clean sheet
38%
✓
Valencia CF keeps clean sheet
3%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.