Barcelona Aim for Perfect Ending as Valencia Chase European Dream at Mestalla

Spanish La Liga  -  Valencia VS FC Barcelona
Match Time:24-05-2026 03:00 Sunday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips

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FC Barcelona will wrap up their 2025–26 La Liga title-winning season with an away trip to face Valencia CF at Mestalla Stadium. While Barcelona have already secured the championship, Valencia will be fighting to close the gap on European qualification in a tight mid-table race.

Team Analysis:

Valencia CF remain in the hunt for European qualification after a strong run of recent La Liga results, sitting ninth and just two points off the top seven. Meanwhile, champions FC Barcelona continue their dominant season under Hansi Flick, already securing the title and aiming to finish on a high despite their overwhelming superiority over Valencia in recent meetings.

Player Situation:

Valencia CF will be weakened by several injuries and suspensions, with key players like Eray Cömert and Mouctar Diakhaby out, while others such as José Gayà remain doubtful despite Javi Guerra and Hugo Duro leading the attack. FC Barcelona also miss Lamine Yamal and Fermín López, but they are boosted by returning players like Frenkie de Jong, Marcus Rashford, and Ferran Torres ahead of potential squad rotation.

Result Prediction:

Valencia CF are capable of taking something from this match given its balanced nature and their competitive form. However, FC Barcelona are still expected to finish their title-winning season with a victory.

Predicted Result: Valencia 1-2 Barcelona.