| LALIGA | |
| SCHEDULE | TIME |
| Match: | Espanyol vs Barcelona |
| Tournament: | LaLiga |
| Match Date: | Mar 16 2025 |
| Match Time: | 1:0 a.m. Indian Time (UTC +5:30) |
| Stadium: | - |
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Preview: Espanyol vs Barcelona
Barcelona make the short trip to the RCDE Stadium to face local rivals Espanyol with the LaLiga title all but secured. Hansi Flick’s side sit seven points ahead of Real Madrid with just three matches remaining. A win in this Catalan derby, combined with Madrid dropping points in their next game, could see Barça crowned champions early.
The Blaugrana arrive in good spirits after a strong domestic run, though their momentum took a hit following a disappointing Champions League semi-final exit at the hands of Inter Milan. Espanyol, meanwhile, are enduring a turbulent end to their campaign. With 39 points from 35 games, they remain perilously close to the relegation zone.
While the title race might lack tension, the derby certainly won't. Espanyol are desperate for points to ensure survival and will be banking on the intensity of the rivalry to push them forward. Despite some recent improvements, defensive frailty continues to cost them dearly.
Barcelona, by contrast, approach the match with more calm and confidence. Flick will be keen to keep his side focused as they aim to finish the season on a high. Once again, much will be expected from Pedri and the breakout star Lamine Yamal.
Espanyol will hope to catch Barça off guard, capitalizing on any hint of complacency. But the gulf in quality is evident, and Flick will be determined not to let concentration slip. A win here wouldn't just bring the title within touching distance—it would also mark a significant achievement for the German coach in his debut season at the helm.
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