RCD Espanyol vs FC Barcelona: Match preview | La Liga | OneFootball

FC Barcelona will be taking on RCD Espanyol in La Liga next, and this Catalan derby promises to be an intense one. Both teams will be eager to get all three points, and their direct rivalry will definitely add to the excitement surrounding this particular contest.

RCD Espanyol vs FC Barcelona: Match details

Match overview:

Both of these two Catalan sides are currently flying high in La Liga, and are arguably the two most in-form teams in the Spanish First Division as well. Irrespective of who they face, the two sides have managed to overcome any and all obstacles.

In Barça’s case, Hansi Flick’s team has won all five of their last five games across all competitions. Including their most recent win over Villarreal in the league, they have scored 13 goals and have conceded just 4 goals across their last five games.

A very positive goal difference, this impressive run of form is exactly what has helped Barça reach first place in La Liga, and the reigning champions will want to continue defending that top spot no matter who the opponent is.

However, they would do well not to underestimate their Catalan opponents. After all, Espanyol have managed to win four out of their last five games across all competitions. In fact, they have five wins in their last five La Liga games.

This is a team that is fully focused and can harm just about any opponent if the opportunity presents itself. They have scored just five goals in their last five games, but they were enough to get them four wins. Defensively, they have only conceded two goals in those last five games, showcasing a well-drilled defensive unit.

All in all, this match will be about more than just raw firepower from either side. Controlling the tempo of the game and making sure that chances are converted could prove to be the key here, and Flick’s team will need to be extra careful about that.