Miguel Solomons
Dailysports's expert
Barcelona
Brest
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On Tuesday, November 26, the UEFA Champions League action resumes with a highly anticipated clash between Barcelona and Brest. Here’s a breakdown of the match and a betting suggestion based on team performance.
Barcelona vs Brest: Key Facts and H2H
- Barcelona has not won its last two matches: a draw and a defeat.
- Brest lost two matches in a row and lost three times in four matches.
- The French team has conceded at least one goal in seven matches in a row. Barca's streak has lasted for four matches.
- Barcelona has never lost points this season: seven wins in seven matches.
- The Catalans score more than 2.5 goals in 89% of their matches. Brest's figure is 63%.
- Brest lost 19% of its matches without scoring a single goal in reply. The Catalans have won 28% of their matches in the dry.
- Barcelona and Brest have never met in their history.
Match Preview
Barcelona has started their season on a high note, especially at home, where they remain unbeaten with seven consecutive wins. However, their recent form has dipped slightly, with a loss to Real Sociedad and a 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo in La Liga. In the UEFA Champions League, Barcelona began with a 1-2 loss to Monaco but followed it up with three dominant victories: 5-0 against Young Boys, 4-1 over Bayern Munich, and 5-2 against Red Star Belgrade. They currently sit first in La Liga and sixth in the Champions League group standings.
Brest, on the other hand, has struggled domestically and sits 12th in Ligue 1 with 13 points after 12 matches. However, their Champions League campaign has been more impressive, with wins over Sturm Graz (2-1), Salzburg (4-0), and Sparta Prague (2-1), as well as a draw against Bayer Leverkusen (1-1). They currently hold fourth place in the Champions League standings, ahead of Barcelona, with 10 points.
Predicted Lineups
- Barcelona: Peña; Koundé, Cubarsi, Íñigo Martínez, Balde; De Jong, Casado; Olmo, Pedri, Raphinha; Lewandowski
- Brest: Bizot; Lala, Chardonnet, Le Cardinal, Amavi; Camara, Lees-Melou, Fernández; Balde, Ajorque, Dumbia
Prediction and Betting Tip
Barcelona is eager to bounce back after two winless games, and their excellent home form makes them strong favorites to secure a victory. With their attacking prowess, the Catalans are likely to score multiple goals against Brest. Betting Suggestion: Barcelona’s individual total over 2.5 goals, with odds of 1.65.
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