Barça Ready for Valencia Challenge in Bid to Secure Second Place

Barcelona are gearing up to face Valencia in a critical La Liga match at the Montjuïc Olympic Stadium as they vie to secure second place in the league standings.

Following a tough defeat in El Clásico, Barcelona are looking to bounce back and secure a spot in the Spanish Super Cup next season. Manager Xavi Hernández has confirmed his decision to stay on, providing stability off the pitch.

The match against Valencia is crucial for Barcelona as they aim to stay ahead of Girona in the league standings. The upcoming Catalan derby between Barcelona and Girona will be pivotal in determining the final rankings for the season.

Valencia, under the guidance of coach Rubén Baraja, present a tough challenge for Barcelona. Known for their resilience, Valencia will be looking to upset Barcelona and continue their pursuit for European qualification.

The Barcelona lineup for the match is likely to feature Pedri, Yamal, and Raphinha in attacking roles, while Valencia will rely on Mamardashvili, Pérez, Almeida, López, and Duro to pose a threat.