Celta vs Barcelona Prediction 10 November 2025

🔈 What tactical maneuvers can the "Celts" use to surprise the Catalan side? The final match of the 12th round of La Liga will see Celta face Barcelona at Balaidos. Hansi Flick's squad desperately needs points to compete with Los Blancos in the title race. Meanwhile, the "Sky Blues" are gradually improving and have distanced themselves from the relegation zone, remaining unbeaten in their last eight matches across all competitions. Despite the home advantage, bookmakers anticipate dominance from the visitors, giving them a threefold edge.

Head-to-Head

📊 Let's take a look at the outcomes in the last 10 head-to-head clashes: Celta have secured 2 wins, there have been 2 draws, and Barcelona have claimed victory 6 times. Examining the average scoring output for each team over this period, the "Sky Blues" average 1.6 goals per game, while the "Blaugrana" manage 2.3. Last season's encounters were characterized by goal-scoring spectacles: a thrilling 2-2 draw at "Balaídos" and a narrow 4-3 triumph for Hansi Flick's side at "Montjuïc".

Celta de Vigo Team Overview

🔵 After a rocky start to the season, the Celts have found their rhythm and remain unbeaten in their last eight matches across all competitions. Currently, the team from Vigo has accumulated 13 points, placing them 12th in the La Liga standings. Notably, this season, the Sky Blues have suffered only one defeat in all competitions — in their opening league fixture against Getafe (0-2). It's worth highlighting Celta's scoring stats: they average 1.18 goals per game while conceding about 1.27.

📌 Midweek, Celta faced a European challenge against Dinamo Zagreb (3-0) in the Croatian capital. The Celts settled matters in the first half, netting three unanswered goals. The Spanish side's flank pressure and clinical finishing overwhelmed the reigning Croatian league runners-up. As for their La Liga campaign, Claudio Giráldez's squad converted their dominance into a win over Levante (2-1) last weekend. For much of that encounter, Celta uncharacteristically took the initiative. However, sustained pressure and smart tactical adjustments allowed them to break through, with Miguel Román scoring the winner in the 91st minute.

Barcelona Team Overview

🔵 The Blaugrana are still in the hunt to top the La Liga standings. However, after their setback in El Clásico, much is now out of their hands. Hansi Flick's squad needs to maintain consistency and avoid unnecessary slip-ups to keep their title hopes alive. Currently, the Catalan club has accumulated 25 points from 11 matches, trailing the leading Real Madrid by 5 points (30). Notably, all of Barcelona's dropped points have come in away fixtures, with only 10 points secured from six games. Despite this, Barcelona's attacking prowess is undeniable, averaging 2.55 goals per match.

🔴 Midweek, Barcelona stunned the football world by nearly succumbing to Belgian side Club Brugge (3-3) in their fourth Champions League group stage match. Hansi Flick's team looked disjointed, failing to maintain balance across their lines, which allowed the hosts to consistently breach their defensive setup and create dangerous situations from the flanks. The expected goals metric tells the story: 2.14 for Barcelona against 2.40 for Brugge. For the reigning Spanish champions, such figures against a mid-tier international opponent are simply unacceptable. Nonetheless, in their last La Liga outing, Barça secured a crucial victory, defeating the spirited newcomers Elche (3-1).

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Celta de Vigo

📰 Claudio Giráldez's tactical approach is built around a formation featuring three central defenders, where the wing-backs play pivotal roles. Among them is Óscar Mingueza, who is enjoying another stellar season. He has already contributed 4 goal involvements (1 goal and 3 assists) across all competitions. It’s no surprise that the 26-year-old Spaniard is attracting interest from Europe's elite clubs, eager to add a quality attacking full-back to their ranks. Equally crucial in this setup is the traditional forward who excels in aerial duels and helps the team control the tempo. Celta have such a player in Borja Iglesias. The 32-year-old striker is the team's top scorer this season, with 6 goals and 2 assists in all competitions. The outcome of the upcoming clash will heavily depend on the performances of these players.

❌ Celta's injury list includes Hugo Álvarez (ankle injury) and Javier Rueda (muscle injury). Additionally, the participation of Andrei Radu (finger injury) and Williot Swedberg (ankle injury) remains doubtful for the match.

Barcelona

🎤 Following a surprising 3-3 draw with Club Brugge, Hansi Flick had to find the right words to clarify the situation: "We are Barca, and we want to play our football. People might talk about changing everything, but I'm not that kind of coach. We will play with our DNA. We won't sit back and defend in our own half or rely on counterattacks to win 1-0. We can defend in the final third or continue to stick to our philosophy. We will simply do everything better. Last year, when we conceded from offside positions, there was a distance of a meter or two. This season, things are tougher for us, and opponents are creating problems. No excuses, we played with the same lineup. Everyone knows we are not in our best form right now, but I'm trying to stay optimistic. Perhaps after the break, Raphinha, Joan Garcia, and Pedri will return, while Olmo and Lewandowski will step up to another level."

❌ Among the unavailable players for the upcoming league match are Gavi (knee injury), Pedri (muscle injury), Raphinha (thigh injury), Marc-André ter Stegen (back injury), Andreas Christensen (muscle injury), Joan Garcia (knee injury).

🟨 Yellow Card Prediction

🟨 Yellow Card Prediction

Matches involving Barcelona this season have been marked by a significant number of rough fouls, often resulting in sanctions from the referee. In 6 of their last 7 games, there have been at least 5 yellow cards issued. The average number of bookings in head-to-head encounters between the "Sky Blues" and the "Blaugrana" is 4.9. Thus, a reasonable bet would be on total yellow cards over 4.5.

⚽ Goal Prediction

In 4 of Celta's last 5 matches, there have been at least 3 goals scored. A similar trend is evident in Barcelona's last 10 matches this season. The average number of goals in their head-to-head clashes is an impressive 3.8 per game. We believe the attacking mindset of both clubs will contribute to a goal-filled encounter. Our choice is total goals over 3.

🚩 Corner Prediction

Both clubs boast solid averages for corners earned: Celta with 5.1 and Barcelona with 7 per game. We can definitely expect an end-to-end game with wing play pressure from both sides. The "Sky Blues" excel in transitioning quickly from defense to attack, while the "Blaugrana" are known for their efficiency in positional play. We suggest betting on total corners over 8.5.

Injury woes are the main reason Barcelona struggle to fine-tune their gameplay and maintain consistency in their performances. Moreover, trips to Balaidos are never a walk in the park for the Blaugrana – they've managed to win by more than one goal only once in their last 12 away matches against Celta Vigo. We foresee a final score of 2-2, with a key bet on Celta Vigo to win with a +1.5 handicap.