This La Liga match holds significance for teams positioned at opposite ends of the league table.
The fixture between Cadiz and Barcelona is scheduled for April 13th at the Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla. Cadiz sits in 18th place with 25 points, while Barcelona holds 2nd place with 67 points.
Match Preview
Cadiz enters the match following a 1-0 home victory over Granada on March 29th.
This win, with the only goal scored in the 51st minute, extends Cadiz’s unbeaten run to four out of their last five La Liga matches.
Their recent performances include notable victories against Atletico Madrid and Granada, along with draws against Celta Vigo and Rayo Vallecano. Their sole defeat came against Real Sociedad.
Cadiz’s home form has been commendable, with four wins in their last five league matches.
They have secured victories in their last two home La Liga games, both accompanied by clean sheets. Additionally, six of their last eight home La Liga fixtures saw under 2.5 goals scored.
On the other hand, Barcelona arrives at the Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla following a 3-2 triumph against Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final.
Barcelona staged a comeback in the second half, securing victory with goals in the 62nd and 77th minutes.
This win extends Barcelona’s unbeaten streak to 12 matches across all competitions, with five consecutive victories.
Their recent successes include wins against Mallorca, Las Palmas, Atletico Madrid, and Napoli.
Barcelona has been dominant in away La Liga matches, remaining unbeaten in their last 14 games. They have won five of their last six away league matches, keeping clean sheets in their last two.
Team News & Updates:
Cadiz will be without Rominigue Kouamé, Maximiliano Gómez, Fede San Emeterio, and Luis Hernandez due to injuries.
Meanwhile, Barcelona will be missing Joao Cancelo, Íñigo Martinez, and Robert Lewandowski, all suspended for the match.
Prediction & Analysis:
Despite Cadiz’s potential to pose a challenge, Barcelona’s recent form and firepower suggest they may clinch victory.
However, expect a closely contested affair, possibly with just a single goal separating the two sides.
- Cadiz 0-1 Barcelona
