The Estadi Ciutat de València hosts Levante vs Barcelona on Sunday 13 September 2026 (16:15 CEST). Levante were held 0–0 by Málaga; Barcelona crushed Valencia 5–0 with Lamine Yamal scoring twice.
Levante: team news
Levante held Málaga to a goalless draw and will look to frustrate a rampant Barcelona attack. Julián Calero's side sit deep and look to hit on the counter.
Levante Predicted Starting XI & Lineup · 4-5-1
Official lineups confirmed 1 hour before kick-off.
Barcelona: team news
Barcelona put five past Valencia without reply — Pedri, Fermín López, Raphinha and a Lamine Yamal brace — their biggest win of the season. Hansi Flick's side are the form team in La Liga.
The tactical picture
Lamine Yamal and Raphinha's width against a Levante side that will sit in a low block — space between the lines will be at a premium for the hosts.
Picks worth knowing
- Lamine Yamal (Barcelona, FWD): brace last time out, the standout captain pick of the round.
- Raphinha (Barcelona, FWD): also on the scoresheet in the 5–0 win.
- Predictor: Levante 0–3 Barcelona.
Final prediction
Barcelona's attacking form after a five-goal rout makes them near-unstoppable on paper. Prediction: Levante 0–3 Barcelona.