Barcelona is set to host Elche at the Olympic Stadium of Montjuic on Sunday, November 2, as part of LaLiga Matchday 11. The match comes after Barcelona’s disappointing loss to Real Madrid in the Clásico, and the team is eager to bounce back. Following the defeat at the Santiago Bernabéu, Barcelona aims to reduce the gap with their rivals at the top of the table.
Current Standings and Form
Barcelona currently holds second place in LaLiga, with a record of seven wins, one draw, and two losses. They are determined to add three more points against Elche, who sit in ninth place with three victories, five draws, and two defeats. Elche also aims to spring a surprise in Catalonia despite their inconsistent start to the season, accumulating a total of 14 points thus far.
Match Details
- Date: Sunday, November 2
- Kick-off Time: 11:30 AM CDMX / 1:30 PM ET
- Venue: Estadio Olímpico de Montjuic
Potential Lineups
| Team | Predicted Lineup |
|---|---|
| Barcelona | Wojciech Szczesny, Alejandro Balde, Eric García, Pau Cubarsí, Jules Kounde, Frenkie De Jong, Fermín López, Marc Casadó, Marcus Rashford, Ferrán Torres, Lamine Yamal |
| Elche | Inaki Pena, Pedro Bigas, David Affengruber, Léo Pétrot, German Valera, Rodrigo Mendoza, Marc Aguado, Aleix Febas, Alvaro Nunez, Álvaro Rodríguez, Rafa Mir |
Key Players to Watch
Barcelona may see the return of key players Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, who have recently joined the training sessions. Their inclusion could significantly bolster Barcelona’s attack and improve their chances of securing a vital victory in front of their home crowd.
Broadcast Information
The clash between Barcelona and Elche will be available for viewing on Sky Sports in Mexico, while fans in the United States can tune in via ESPN Deportes and Disney +.
