Barcelona 7-1 Valencia

Current streaks

Recent form

Barcelona

Barcelona are in impressive form, having gone unbeaten in their last six matches across all competitions, with five wins and one draw. The Catalan giants have been particularly prolific in front of goal, netting an impressive 22 times in these fixtures, averaging 3.67 goals per game. Their attacking prowess is highlighted by three high-scoring encounters: a thrilling 5-4 victory against Benfica in the Champions League, a commanding 5-1 win over Real Betis in the Copa del Rey, and a resounding 5-2 triumph against rivals Real Madrid in the Super Cup. Defensively, Barcelona have been solid, conceding just 1.33 goals per game and keeping two clean sheets. Their current run of six games without defeat is noteworthy, as is their tendency to be involved in high-scoring matches, with 67% of their recent fixtures seeing over 2.5 goals. Despite sitting third in La Liga, Barcelona's recent form across all competitions suggests they are a force to be reckoned with.

Valencia

Valencia have shown an upturn in form recently, with three wins, two draws, and only one loss in their last six matches across all competitions. This is a marked improvement for a side currently languishing in 19th position in La Liga. The team have been particularly solid defensively, conceding only five goals in these six games and keeping three clean sheets. Whilst not prolific in attack, Valencia have managed to score in each of their last six matches, averaging 1.5 goals per game. Their recent fixtures have tended to be low-scoring affairs, with 67% of the games seeing under 2.5 goals. Valencia's current unbeaten run of three matches (two wins and a draw) is their best streak in this period, suggesting a potential turnaround in their fortunes as they look to climb out of the relegation zone.

Recent home/away form

Barcelona

Barcelona's recent home form has been inconsistent, with the Catalan giants experiencing a concerning run of three consecutive defeats in La Liga before bouncing back with a convincing 5-1 victory over Real Betis in the Copa del Rey. This win ended their poor run and showcased their attacking prowess, with the team scoring five goals in a single match for the first time in this sequence. Despite their recent struggles, Barcelona have been prolific in front of goal, averaging 2.17 goals per game in their last six home matches. However, their defence has been somewhat leaky, conceding in five of these six games. The high-scoring nature of Barcelona's home fixtures is evident, with 83% of their recent matches seeing over 2.5 goals, providing excitement for the fans at the Camp Nou.

Valencia

Valencia have shown resilient form away from home, despite their low league position, with an impressive record of three wins, two draws, and only one loss in their last six away fixtures. The team have been particularly strong defensively, conceding just four goals in these matches, with two clean sheets. Their attacking prowess has been noteworthy, scoring nine goals across the six games, including a high-scoring 3-1 victory against Ejea in the Copa del Rey. Interestingly, Valencia have managed to avoid consecutive defeats on their travels, displaying consistency in their performances. The majority of their away matches (83%) have been low-scoring affairs, with fewer than 2.5 goals, suggesting a cautious approach on the road. Despite their struggles in La Liga, Valencia's away form, especially in cup competitions, indicates they are a formidable opponent when playing outside their home ground.