In the upcoming Copa del Rey match between Barcelona and Real Betis, the anticipation surrounding the fixture is palpable. Barcelona enters this contest buoyed by their recent victory in the Spanish Super Cup and a solid home record against Betis. The historical dominance of Barcelona over Betis at Camp Nou adds an additional layer of expectation for fans and analysts alike. However, despite their favorable past encounters, Barcelona's current form has shown inconsistency, which may impact their performance in this knockout competition.
Barca clobbered Madrid 5-2 in Saudi Arabia on Sunday to win the Supercopa de Espana, but they have just three days to celebrate, travel back home, and shift gears to retake the field.
The Blaugrana sit third in the La Liga table after 19 matches, six points back of leaders Atletico Madrid and five behind second-place Real Madarid, and will surely be targeting silverware on multiple fronts after the Supercopa boost.
Barcelona possible starting lineup: Pena; Kounde, Araujo, Cubarsi, Balde; Casado, Pedri; Yamal, Olmo, Raphinha; Lewandowski
Real Betis possible starting lineup: Vieites; Ruibal, Llorente, Bartra, Perraud; Altimira, Cardoso; Ruibal, Isco, Ezzalzouli; Roque
The predicted lineup for Barcelona suggests a tactical setup utilizing a 4-2-3-1 formation . This configuration features notable players such as Ronald Araujo returning to bolster the defense alongside Pau Cubarsi. Inaki Peña is expected to take position as goalkeeper, while Marc Casado and Pedri will anchor the midfield. The attacking trio comprising Gavi, Lamine Yamal, and Raphinha aims to support Robert Lewandowski in leading the offensive charge. The inclusion of these key players is crucial for maintaining both defensive solidity and attacking momentum.
For spectators eager to follow the match online, various streaming options are available including ESPN+ and LaLigaTV . These platforms provide accessibility for fans unable to attend in person or lacking traditional broadcasting access. As both teams prepare for what promises to be an exhilarating encounter on January 21st at Estadio Benito Villamarín, viewers can anticipate a clash that highlights not only tactical prowess but also individual brilliance from some of football’s finest talents.
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