Barcelona vs Osasuna: La Liga Leaders Look to Extend Lead & Avenge 4-2 Defeat From Earlier This Season

Barcelona vs Osasuna: La Liga Leaders Look to Extend Lead & Avenge 4-2 Defeat From Earlier This Season

Barcelona, unbeaten in their last 18 matches across all competitions, aim to continue their winning streak when they host an Osasuna side that beat them 4-2 earlier this season on Thursday at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys.

The league leaders are fresh from a thrilling 4-2 comeback win over Atletico Madrid and will be looking to extend their advantage at the top of the table. Meanwhile, Osasuna, sitting 14th, are desperate to end a six-game winless run and move away from the relegation battle.

Barcelona Players Celebrating a Goal

🔴Barcelona Aim to Extend Lead From Real Madrid | Home Win = 1.25💵

Barcelona have won their last seven La Liga games, scoring 17 goals in the process. Hansi Flick’s men are in top form, having put together an 18-match unbeaten streak since December, but now they face an Osasuna side with whom they have a score to settle.

With a crucial Champions League quarter-final tie against Borussia Dortmund approaching, Barca must balance squad rotation while maintaining momentum against an Osasuna side they’ve defeated in their last four home meetings without conceding.

Osasuna Players Celebrating a Goal

🔵Osasuna Hope to End Winless Streak | Away Win = 10.84💵

Osasuna have struggled for form, failing to win in their last six outings across all competitions. Their 2-1 loss to Getafe before the international break highlighted defensive vulnerabilities.

However, Vicente Moreno’s men can take confidence from their 4-2 win over Barcelona in the reverse fixture. Despite their poor record at Camp Nou, they aim to frustrate the hosts and secure a crucial result which would be one of the most difficult things they’ve done this season, given Barca’s La Liga title hunt.

Image from the previous meeting between Barcelona & Osasuna

🗝️Key Players & Team News📰:

Barcelona remain without Bernal and ter Stegen, while Casado is sidelined for the rest of the season. Cubarsi is in a race against time to recover from an ankle injury. Araujo and Raphinha could return from international duty, but are unlikely to start. Martinez is back in training and may feature.

As for the visitors, they could be without the services of Bayern Munich loanee Zaragoza, who was forced off in the closing stages against Getafe with an injury.

Enzo Boyomo is expected to arrive back in Spain on Wednesday following his international commitments with Cameroon, meaning that there is some doubt as to whether he will be ready to start against Barcelona.

Image from the previous meeting between Barcelona & Osasuna

For Osasuna, Bryan Zaragoza is doubtful after picking up an injury against Getafe. Enzo Boyomo returns from international duty, but his availability remains uncertain. Lucas Torro serves a one-match suspension.

🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 7.18💵

⚽Barcelona have won seven (7) straight league games while they’ve also beaten Osasuna in all their last 4 home clashes without conceding. | Specials Market: Home & Over 3.5 = 2.10

Image from the previous meeting between Barcelona & Osasuna

⚽Osasuna have drawn four (4) of their last six (6) La Liga games and beaten Barcelona 4-2 already this season. | Specials Market: Over 2.5 & Yes = 1.85

With Barcelona pushing for another league title and Osasuna fighting to avoid relegation trouble, Thursday’s postponed La Liga match promises to be intriguing.

Image from the previous meeting between Barcelona & Osasuna

 

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Argentina vs Brazil: Messi-Less La Albiceleste Look to Book 2026 World Cup Ticket Against Vini’s Selecao

Argentina vs Brazil: Messi-Less La Albiceleste Look to Book 2026 World Cup Ticket Against Vini’s Selecao

An Argentina side without their skipper, Lionel Messi, will look to officially secure their place at the 2026 World Cup when they host fierce rivals Brazil, who are without their skipper, Neymar, at Estadio Monumental on Wednesday.

La Albiceleste sit at the top of the CONMEBOL qualification standings and are unbeaten in four meetings against Brazil. Meanwhile, the Selecao, placed third, are looking to maintain their 100% record of making an appearance at the Mundial.

Argentina Players Celebrating Goal

🔵Argentina Eye Early Seat at America, Canada, Mexico 2026 | Home Win = 2.41💵

Lionel Scaloni’s side leads the standings with 28 points and needs a win to make their qualification mathematically certain. Despite missing Lionel Messi due to injury, Argentina edged past Uruguay 1-0 last time out, thanks to an Almada 68th-minute strike.

The 2022 World Cup champions boast a strong home record, winning seven of their last eight qualifiers. With an impressive defensive setup that has kept 11 clean sheets in their last 12 home qualifiers, Argentina will aim to extend their dominance against Brazil.

Brazil Players Celebrating Goal

🟡Brazil Aim to Break Unbeaten Streak | Away Win = 3.55💵

Brazil has had an inconsistent campaign but remains on course for qualification, sitting eight points clear of the inter-confederation playoff spot. A dramatic 99th-minute winner from Vinicius Junior helped them secure a 2-1 victory over Colombia in their last outing.

However, the Selecao have struggled on the road, winning just one of their last five away qualifiers. Without Neymar and key suspended players, Brazil must produce a resilient display to earn their first win over Argentina since the 2019 Copa America semi-finals.

Image from a previous meeting between Argentina & Brazil

🔑Key Players & Team News📰:

Argentina are without Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martinez, and Paulo Dybala due to injuries, while Nico Gonzalez is suspended. Rodrigo De Paul, rested against Uruguay, is expected to return to the starting lineup.

Brazil will be missing Neymar, Alisson Becker, and Gerson due to injuries, while Gabriel Magalhaes and Bruno Guimaraes are suspended. Bento is set to start in goal, with Andre and Leo Ortiz expected to feature in midfield and defense, respectively.

Image from a previous meeting between Argentina & Brazil

🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds⚽ | Draw = 2.99💵

💪Argentina are unbeaten against Brazil in all their last four (4) meetings in all competitions, including a 1-0 win in the reverse fixture. | Specials Market: Home/Draw & Under 1.5 = 2.07

💪Brazil are unbeaten in all their last five (5) World Cup Qualifiers, winning three (3) and drawing two (2), with two (2) being away from home. | Specials Market: Draw/Away & Over 1.5 = 2.60

Image from a previous meeting between Argentina & Brazil

💪Both Argentina and Brazil have scored ten (10) goals each in their last five (5) games in all competitions. | Main Market: Over 2.5 = 2.91

With Argentina looking to secure qualification and Brazil aiming to stay in the hunt, Wednesday’s clash promises to be an intense battle between two South American powerhouses.

Estadio Monumental - Venue for the Game

 

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Germany vs Italy: Azzurri Seek ‘Tough’ Comeback Against Unbeaten Die Mannschaft in Quarters 2nd Leg

Germany vs Italy: Azzurri Seek ‘Tough’ Comeback Against Unbeaten Die Mannschaft in Quarters 2nd Leg

Italy, trailing 2-1 from the first leg, aim to overturn the deficit when they face Germany in the UEFA Nations League quarterfinal second leg at Signal Iduna Park on Sunday.

Germany secured their first win in Italy since 1986 with a solid comeback victory in Milan. Meanwhile, the Azzurri must respond to avoid an early exit and keep their hopes of lifting the trophy on home soil alive.

Germany Players Celebrating Goal

🤍Germany Close to Historic Nations League Semi-final | Home Win = 1.78💵

Germany remains unbeaten in their last eight Nations League matches and holds a one-goal advantage heading into this tie. Julian Nagelsmann’s side showcased their attacking threat in Milan, with Joshua Kimmich providing two key assists.

With Germany eyeing their first-ever Nations League finals appearance, they will aim to control possession and frustrate the Azzurri in their own backyard where they are set to have a lot of German fans chanting them on.

Italy Players Celebrating Goal

🔵Italy Eye Nearly Impossible Turnaround | Away Win = 4.63💵

Italy started well in the first leg with an early goal from Sandro Tonali but struggled defensively, conceding twice from set pieces to see them lose two consecutive games for the first time in two years. Luciano Spalletti’s men now face an uphill battle, needing to break down a disciplined German side.

The Azzurri have been inconsistent, losing to both France and Germany recently. With qualification for the 2026 World Cup their priority, this game remains a crucial test for Spalletti’s tactical setup.

Image from last meeting between Italy & Germany (1-2 Germany win)

🔑Key Players & Team News📰:

Italy remain without Mateo Retegui and Federico Dimarco due to injuries, while Riccardo Calafiori’s fitness is a concern. Alessandro Buongiorno is on standby to start in defense, while Andrea Cambiaso is expected to return.

Germany has several absentees, including Kai Havertz, Marc-Andre ter Stegen, and Florian Wirtz. Leon Goretzka, the standout performer in the first leg, will once again be key in midfield, while Tim Kleindienst could start up front after his crucial goal in Milan.

Image from last meeting between Italy & Germany (1-2 Germany win)

🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 3.94💵

⚽Germany are unbeaten in their last eight Nations League games. | Specials Market: Home & Over 1.5 = 2.06

⚽Italy has not lost in all their last three (3) away games in the UEFA Nations League beating France, Belgium and Israel. | Specials Market: Over 2.5 & Yes (GG/NG) = 2.19

Signal Iduna Park - Venue for the Game

With Italy needing a comeback and Germany eager to secure their place in the semi-finals, this match promises to be a thrilling encounter in Dortmund.

 

 

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