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Football Spain - La Liga RCDE Stadium Thu 15 May 15:30
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Espanyol Should Be Able to Cover the Line

Espanyol meet Barcelona in the Derbi Barceloní, with the Periquitos fighting for La Liga survival as the season nears its end. Meanwhile, Barca will look to land the title with a victory.

We’ll take Espanyol at +1.75 on the Asian Handicap. It means our stake is split between +1.5 and +2.0 at betting odds of -118. We think the home team can give a good account of themselves against Barcelona.

Barca 3-1 Win in Previous H2H Encounter

Espanyol have lost their last three games. Away at Estadio Butarque, they recently suffered a 3-2 defeat against Leganés. Los Periquitos recorded 48% possession and managed six shots on target, with Leandro Cabrera and Pere Milla each scoring one goal.

League leaders Barcelona claimed an El Clásico home win in their previous game. A 4-3 triumph against Real Madrid at Estadio Olimpico Lluis Companys made it five consecutive victories. Hansi Flick's team had ten shots on goal and boasted 62% possession, with Raphinha netting two, while Eric Garcia and Lamine Yamal were also on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Barca have claimed back-to-back victories over Espanyol. The most recent was a 3-1 home success at Estadio Olimpico Lluis Companys which followed a 4-2 away win at RCDE Stadium. We’ve seen three drawn games in the past 8 H2H plus five Barca wins.

La Liga G W D L GF GA GD GD P
1 Barcelona logo Barcelona 29 24 1 4 78 28 50 78:28 73
11 Espanyol logo Espanyol 29 10 7 12 36 44 -8 36:44 37
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Espanyol – Last 10 League Games

3 wins, 4 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.4 goals from 3.3 shots on goal and 8.4 attempts. Espanyol have had 41.3% possession, 329.3 passes and 4.6 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.1 goals from 5.9 shots on goal and 14.0 attempts, while being awarded 7.1 corners.

Roberto Fernandez is the top scorer with 4 goals, Javier Puado has 3, with Leandro Cabrera and Pere Milla on 2. Urko Gonzalez, Edu Exposito and Javier Puado have recorded the most assists with 2 apiece. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Joan Garcia has kept 3 clean sheets.

Barcelona – Last 10 League Games

Barca have won 9 and drawn 1, averaging 7.4 shots on goal, 21.3 attempts and 2.8 goals. Los Culés average 71.2% possession, 671.0 passes, 8.8 corners taken and 2.8 corners against them, while 1.1 goals have been conceded from 5.0 attempts and 2.5 shots on goal.

Raphinha, Ferran Torres and Robert Lewandowski have scored 5 goals, followed by Dani Olmo with 3. Ferran Torres has managed 4 assists in the last 10 games, while Wojciech Szczesny has 4 clean sheets to his name.

Confirmed Lineups

Espanyol confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Joan Garcia (GK), Omar El Hilali, Marash Kumbulla, Leandro Cabrera, Carlos Romero, Urko Gonzalez de Zarate, Pol Lozano, Antoniu Roca, Edu Exposito, Javier Puado, Roberto Fernandez.

Barcelona confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Wojciech Szczesny (GK), Eric Garcia, Ronald Araujo, Andreas Christensen, Gerard Martin, Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski.

Espanyol vs Barcelona Prediction & Betting Tips

We think Espanyol can perform well as underdogs and you can get them at +1.75 on the Asian Handicap at odds of -118. This looks like a value price when it comes to this La Liga clash.

Getting the lowdown on injuries and studying the form guide are important duties ahead of making football picks. We also place great emphasis on the stats and a data-led approach can be effective.

Key Espanyol vs Barcelona league stats:

  • The +1.75 line has been covered by Espanyol in 20 consecutive games.
  • The -1.75 line hasn’t been covered by Barca in 6 consecutive games.
  • The -1.75 line hasn’t been covered by Barca in 12 of their last 20 games.
  • The -1.75 line hasn’t been covered by Barca in 6 consecutive games.
  • The +1.75 line has been covered by Espanyol in 5 of their last 8 games against Barca.
Espanyol +1.75 Probability

The bookies are estimating that there is a 54.1% likelihood of this pick landing a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

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Our Match Prediction
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Correct Score Prediction

Espanyol Espanyol logo 0 - 1 Barcelona logo Barcelona

We’re betting on Barcelona to secure a 1-0 winning scoreline. Odds of +1050 can be taken and it’s great fun to predict a correct score and hopefully land a winner.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Fermín López Over 0.5 Shots On Target -130 BetMGM logo

Fermín López (Barcelona) can be wagered to have one or more shots on goal at -130. All things considered, we think that the betting odds are really appealing when it comes to backing him on the Shots Target market.

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Lamine Yamal (Barcelona) can be wagered to find the net at +130. He looks like a value bet to find the net and we recommend backing this Anytime Goalscorer pick.

Latest Lamine Yamal Player Prop Odds

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Corners Prediction

Over 9.5 Corners -138 BetMGM logo

The 9.5 Total Corners line has been covered in seven straight Espanyol games, while the same outcome has happened in three consecutive Barcelona matches. We’re anticipating that there will be plenty of corners and that the line will be covered, with odds of -138 available.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Espanyol Logo Espanyol
Total
9.60 5.00 4.60
Home
9.30 4.50 4.80
Away
9.60 4.50 5.10
Barcelona Logo Barcelona
Total
12.20 7.20 5.00
Home
11.10 7.70 3.40
Away
12.10 6.80 5.30
Latest Corner Odds

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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Espanyol +1.75 -118
Both Team To Score No -100
Shots On Target Fermín López Over 0.5 -130

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Espanyol vs Barcelona Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Bookies Taking No Chances With Barcelona

Barcelona are massive -313 favourites to win this La Liga game with the bookies and are regarded as 76% likely to win the match judging by the latest betting odds. Espanyol are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +650.

The odds suggest that Over 2.5 Goals is a strong probability in this exciting match.

The Draw No Bet market is popular for La Liga matches, with the football betting sites offering Espanyol at +430 and Barcelona are priced at -833 for the win.

Robert Lewandowski Favourite to Score the First Goal

Robert Lewandowski is priced at +330 when it comes to First Goalscorer which makes him the favourite, while he’s also available at odds of -115 to find the net anytime.

Player Goals
Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona)
First
-115
Anytime
+330
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Frenkie de Jong (Barcelona)
First
+120
Anytime
+380
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Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
First
+143
Anytime
+440
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Ferran Torres (Barcelona)
First
+148
Anytime
+440
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Player Shots On Target
Pau Victor (Barcelona)
Over 0.5
-238
Under 0.5
+135
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Dani Olmo (Barcelona)
Over 0.5
-172
Under 0.5
+102
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Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
Over 1.5
-132
Under 1.5
-127
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Javi Puado (Espanyol)
Over 0.5
-127
Under 0.5
-132
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Player Shots
Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona)
Over 3.5
-123
Under 3.5
-
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Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
Over 3.5
-175
Under 3.5
-
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Ferran Torres (Barcelona)
Over 2.5
-189
Under 2.5
-
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Dani Olmo (Barcelona)
Over 2.5
-109
Under 2.5
-
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Team Stats
Espanyol logo Espanyol League Stats
Barcelona logo Barcelona League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 7 wins and 3 defeats in the previous 10 matches
  • 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 9 wins and 1 defeat in the previous 10 matches
  • 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
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Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists

Espanyol vs Barcelona Lineups & Team News

Our Espanyol vs Barca team news will highlight the injuries for both squads, with the lineups giving you a helping hand with your bets.

The La Liga squads highlight the star players operating for every team in the division.

Espanyol Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Barcelona Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Espanyol Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

1 Joan Garcia
23 Omar El Hilali 4 Marash Kumbulla 6 Leandro Cabrera 22 Carlos Romero
19 U. Gonzalez de 10 Pol Lozano
31 Antoniu Roca 8 Edu Exposito 7 Javier Puado
2 Roberto Fernandez
25 Wojciech Szczesny
24 Eric Garcia 4 Ronald Araujo 15 Andreas Christensen 35 Gerard Martin
21 Frenkie de Jong 8 Pedri
19 Lamine Yamal 20 Dani Olmo 11 Raphinha
9 Robert Lewandowski

Barcelona Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Espanyol Substitutes

  • 3Sergi Gomez
  • 5Fernando Calero
  • 9Alejo Veliz
  • 11Pere Milla
  • 12Alvaro Tejero
  • 13Fernando Pacheco
  • 16Walid Cheddira
  • 17Jofre Carreras
  • 18Alvaro Aguado
  • 33Angel Fortuno
  • 42Roger Hinojo

Barcelona Substitutes

  • 1M. ter Stegen
  • 2Pau Cubarsi
  • 3Alejandro Balde
  • 6Gavi
  • 10Ansu Fati
  • 13Inaki Pena
  • 14Pablo Torre
  • 16Fermin Lopez
  • 17Marc Casado
  • 18Pau Victor
  • 32Hector Fort

Previous Espanyol Lineups

22 Dec La Liga
Athletic Club 1-2 Espanyol
13 Dec La Liga
Getafe 0-1 Espanyol
07 Dec La Liga
Espanyol 1-0 Rayo Vallecano
04 Dec Copa del Rey
Atletico Baleares 1-0 Espanyol
30 Nov La Liga
Celta Vigo 0-1 Espanyol
24 Nov La Liga
Espanyol 2-1 Sevilla

Previous Barcelona Lineups

21 Dec La Liga
Villarreal 0-2 Barcelona
16 Dec Copa del Rey
Guadalajara 0-2 Barcelona
13 Dec La Liga
Barcelona 2-0 Osasuna
09 Dec Champions League
Barcelona 2-1 Frankfurt
06 Dec La Liga
Real Betis 3-5 Barcelona
02 Dec La Liga
Barcelona 3-1 Atlético Madrid

Injuries & Suspensions

Espanyol Injury Table
Type Name Info
Pere Milla Yellow cards
Charles Pickel Red card (direc
Javier Puado Knee
Barcelona Injury Table
Type Name Info
Raphinha Hamstring
Hector Fort Shoulder
Alejandro Balde Thigh
Jules Kounde Thigh
Frenkie de Jong Hamstring
M. ter Stegen Hamstring
Andreas Christensen Cruciate ligame
Team Squads

Espanyol Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Manolo Gonzalez

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Marko Dmitrovic 13 G 17 1530 17 0 0 0 0 0
Leandro Cabrera 6 D 16 1440 16 0 2 0 1 0
Carlos Romero 22 D 16 1407 16 0 3 2 1 0
Omar El Hilali 23 D 17 1256 14 3 0 2 4 0
Roberto Fernandez 2 F 17 1213 13 4 4 2 1 0

Barcelona Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Hans-Dieter Flick

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Eric Garcia 24 D 18 1378 16 2 1 0 0 0
Jules Kounde 23 D 17 1241 13 5 1 1 3 0
Pau Cubarsi 5 D 14 1207 14 4 0 0 1 0
Lamine Yamal 10 F 14 1169 13 1 7 7 0 0
Pedri 8 M 14 1097 13 1 2 5 1 1
Spain FlagLa Liga Table
2025/2026 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Barcelona 29 24 1 4 78:28 73
2 Real Madrid 29 22 3 4 63:26 69
3 Villarreal 29 18 4 7 54:34 58
4 Atlético Madrid 29 17 6 6 49:28 57
5 Real Betis 29 11 11 7 44:37 44
6 Celta Vigo 29 10 11 8 41:35 41
7 Real Sociedad 29 10 8 11 44:45 38
8 Getafe 29 11 5 13 25:31 38
9 Athletic Club 29 11 5 13 32:41 38
10 Osasuna 29 10 7 12 34:35 37
11 Espanyol 29 10 7 12 36:44 37
12 Rayo Vallecano 30 8 11 11 29:35 35
13 Valencia 29 9 8 12 32:42 35
14 Girona 29 8 10 11 31:44 34
15 Sevilla 29 8 7 14 37:49 31
16 Alavés 29 8 7 14 30:41 31
17 Elche 30 6 11 13 38:47 29
18 Mallorca 29 7 7 15 34:47 28
19 Levante 29 6 8 15 34:48 26
20 Real Oviedo 29 4 9 16 20:48 21
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Barcelona 15 15 0 0 47:8 45
2 Atlético Madrid 15 13 1 1 34:12 40
3 Real Madrid 15 13 0 2 36:12 39
4 Villarreal 15 12 1 2 34:13 37
5 Osasuna 14 8 4 2 25:16 28
6 Athletic Club 15 8 2 5 19:17 26
7 Real Betis 14 7 4 3 26:16 25
8 Elche 15 6 7 2 24:16 25
9 Real Sociedad 14 7 3 4 27:21 24
10 Rayo Vallecano 15 5 8 2 17:11 23
11 Valencia 14 6 5 3 19:15 23
12 Mallorca 14 6 4 4 21:18 22
13 Espanyol 15 6 3 6 18:21 21
14 Alavés 14 5 5 4 17:16 20
15 Girona 14 5 4 5 16:21 19
16 Getafe 14 5 3 6 12:11 18
17 Celta Vigo 15 4 5 6 23:21 17
18 Sevilla 15 4 4 7 19:22 16
19 Levante 15 3 5 7 18:26 14
20 Real Oviedo 14 3 5 6 6:14 14