Barcelona predicted starting XI against Rayo Vallecano | La Liga | OneFootball

FC Barcelona will be taking on Rayo Vallecano in their next La Liga outing. For this particular clash, their opponents will be visiting the Spotify Camp Nou and the Catalan giants will get to enjoy the support of their home fans rallying behind them for this fixture.

Following their recent victory over Athletic Club, Barça must now focus on their next opponents and ensure that they get all three points from this game. Moreover, considering the kind of quality at Hansi Flick’s disposal, it will be interesting to see how his team lines up.

Here is how the Barça starting eleven could potentially look like against Rayo Vallecano.

Predicted Barcelona starting XI vs Rayo Vallecano:

Goalkeeper: Joan Garcia

With two clean sheets in his first two games, Joan Garcia will be hoping to secure another one against Rayo Vallecano. However, this particular opponent really knows how to make life difficult for the Catalan giants, and they will certainly present a tough challenge.

Right-back: Eric Garcia

A true leader at the back and always willing to do whatever the coach needs, Eric Garcia is a guarantee for Hansi Flick. So far this season, he has continued to prove exactly why Flick loves to rely on him so much.

Centre-back: Pau Cubarsi

As composed as ever, Pau Cubarsi’s return to the team was a big boost at the back. From his exceptional passing range to his defensive qualities, the young defender comes into this season with great momentum from the FIFA World Cup.

Centre-back: Gerard Martin

A very capable defender now for Flick’s team, Gerard Martin has certainly developed well under the German tactician. In this upcoming game, he will be expected to start considering his strong partnership with Cubarsi.

Left-back: Joao Cancelo

While Xavi Espart has been thoroughly impressive so far this season, it might be time to start Joao Cancelo and let him regain full match fitness as well. At his best, he could be a big asset to this Barça team yet again.

CDM: Marc Bernal

The young midfielder has played his role quite well in recent games and he continues to offer the team’s midfield a capable defensive option. While Rodri is expected to start in this role eventually, Bernal seems to be a more than capable option for now.

CDM: Pedri

Undeniably the catalyst behind most positive moves that Barça makes in possession, the young metronome of this team continues to be a key player. With Pedri on the pitch, Barcelona is always able to produce magic and hurt their opponents.

RAM: Lamine Yamal

After a rather disappointing showing against Elche, Lamine Yamal improved a lot in his second game of the season against Athletic Club. Looking much sharper and way more eager now, Hansi Flick will be hoping he can take that form into this game.

CAM: Fermin Lopez

The young Spanish midfielder continues to be a headache for any and all opponents. Constantly a goal threat and his intensity to win back the ball is amazing as well, Fermin Lopez remains an integral part of this team for good reason.

LAM: Anthony Gordon

It really is difficult to choose between Karim Adeyemi and Anthony Gordon, but the latter looks much more composed in possession. Even in his previous outing, he was extremely efficient with all of his actions both on and off the ball.