The stage is set at Spotify Camp Nou for an epic LaLiga clash between league leaders Barcelona and third-placed Villarreal on 28 February 2026, at 18:15. With Barcelona leading the table with 61 points and Villarreal close behind at 51, this match promises high stakes and intense drama.
Barcelona, under Hans-Dieter Flick, have been dominant at home, and their form speaks volumes. The weather forecast predicts light rain, adding an unpredictable twist to the encounter. Villarreal, coached by Marcelino, will miss key attacker Gerard Moreno, weakening their offensive threat.




| 5Pau Cubarsi |
| 7Ferran Torres |
| 8Pedri |
| 14Marcus Rashford |
| 16Fermin Lopez |
| 17Marc Casado |
| 19Roony Bardghji |
| 24Eric Garcia |
| 25Wojciech Szczesny |
| 31Diego Kochen |
| 43Tommy Marqués |
| 3Alex Freeman |
| 11Alfonso Gonzalez |
| 16Thomas Partey |
| 17Tajon Buchanan |
| 21Tani Oluwaseyi |
| 24Alfonso Pedraza |
| 25Arnau Tenas |
| 27Jean Ives Valou |
| 32Hugo Lopez |
Match Facts
- Barcelona have scored in 32 consecutive matches in this tournament.
- More than 2.5 goals have been scored in 84% of Barcelona’s matches this season.
- Ferran Torres is Barcelona’s top scorer with 12 goals.
Our prediction: Barcelona to win.
Barcelona vs. Villarreal Prediction & Tip
For this match, we recommend supporting a Barcelona win. The chances given by the bookmakers reflect their strong home form and Villarreal’s weakened attack without Gerard Moreno. Barcelona have a solid defense, having kept two clean sheets in their last five games, and their attack is prolific, scoring in every match this season.
- Barcelona have scored in 32 consecutive La Liga matches.
- Villarreal are missing key attacker Gerard Moreno.
- More than 2.5 goals have been scored in 84% of Barcelona’s matches this season.
With their top scorer Ferran Torres in fine form and a supportive home crowd, Barcelona are expected to secure a vital win.
