Statistical Patterns in Celta’s Matches Against Barcelona

The recurring theme remains relevant as Celta Vigo continues to bolster its statistics against Barcelona whenever the Catalan team visits Balaídos. In the last ten encounters between the two sides in Vigo, Barcelona has managed to secure victory only twice.

In contrast, Celta has emerged victorious in four matches, while the teams have drawn four times, with Barcelona winning the remaining two. Claudio Giráldez has faced the team coached by Flick on two occasions, resulting in a draw at Balaídos (2-2) and a defeat in Barcelona (4-3).

During Barcelona’s most recent visit to Vigo, on November 23 of last year, Celta staged a remarkable comeback, equalizing a match they were losing 0-2 in the 84th minute. Goals from Alfon and Hugo Álvarez partially offset the earlier strikes from Raphinha and Lewandowski.

It is worth noting that last season, Giráldez’s squad demonstrated a strong performance at Balaídos. However, this season, they have yet to secure a victory at home, recording five draws and one defeat.

For several Celta players, this match represents a reunion with their former club. Notable players such as Óscar Mingueza, Marcos Alonso, Moriba, and Jutglà, along with third-choice goalkeeper Marc Vidal, who played for Barcelona’s youth team, all share a past with the Catalan club.