Match Overview
Barcelona vs Elche faced November 2, 2025 at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. (Barca Blaugranes)
With Barcelona dealing with a long injury list and Elche enjoying a solid although inconsistent start, this promises to be an interesting fixture.
Barcelona
Barcelona are missing key players: midfielder Pedri will be banned for one match following a red card in the recent El Clásico. (Barca Blaugranes)
They also face a mounting injury crisis — players like Gavi, Raphinha, and goalkeepers are side-lined. (Reuters)
Elche
Elche come into the match with fewer absences noted. They’ve shown surprising form this season and will look to take advantage of Barcelona’s weakened squad. (Barca Blaugranes)
Key Match Facts And Stats
- Barcelona haven’t lost to Elche in their last 13 meetings (12 wins and 1 draw). (FotMob)
- At the time of writing, Barcelona are 3rd in the league with ~22 points and Elche are 8th with ~14 points. (Barca Blaugranes)
- Elche like to play dynamically under manager Eder Sarabia and have a two-striker setup with experience. (Barca Blaugranes)
Prediction
Barcelona will be under pressure due to absences. If their younger players step up, they should still have the edge at home. Elche will try to press them early, take set pieces seriously, and exploit any fatigue or lack of cohesion.
Predicted scoreline: Barcelona 3-1 Elche.
(This is based on form, squad strength and historical head-to-head.)
Watch for:
- How Barcelona’s attack adjusts without some key starters.
- Elche’s counter-attacking moves and set-piece threats.
- Whether Barcelona’s depth can compensate for their injuries.
Where And When to Watch
Match time: ~17:30 UTC. (Barca Blaugranes)
Venue: Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Barcelona. (Sofascore)
Broadcast details differ by region — check local listings or streaming platforms.
Final Thoughts
This fixture gives Barcelona a chance to regain momentum after a recent dip. For Elche, it’s an opportunity to punch above their weight. With Barcelona missing key players and Elche in decent shape, we could see a more competitive match than expected.