Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the La Liga match.
Given the form of both sides, the encounter between Barcelona and Las Palmas promises to be predictable. The Catalans, sitting near the top of the table, will be looking to regain confidence after dropping points in the last round. For Las Palmas, it's an opportunity to showcase their capabilities on a big stage. However, considering their position on the brink of the relegation zone and poor away record, their chances appear slim.
Barcelona
Barcelona have been impressive this season, despite stumbling in their last two fixtures. The absence of Lamine Yamal, their primary creative force, has been felt. Yet, their main goal scorers are in fine form: Robert Lewandowski has netted 7 goals, while Raphinha Dias boasts a tally of 5 goals and 2 assists. At home, Barcelona have won all their matches, including in the Champions League. At Camp Nou, the Catalans score an average of 3.75 goals per game, consistently netting at least three times in their last five matches.
Las Palmas
Las Palmas are navigating a challenging phase: their victories over Rayo Vallecano (3:1) and Girona (1:0) are interspersed with tough losses to Atlético Madrid (0:2) and Mallorca (2:3). Their defence is their weakest link, conceding an average of 1.79 goals per game. Their attack is not particularly strong either, with just 1.29 goals per game. On the road, the situation is bleak, with five defeats and only two wins. Moreover, their head-to-head record against Barcelona is dismal. In their last 12 meetings, they've suffered 9 defeats, conceding an average of 2.1 goals.
Barcelona vs Las Palmas Prediction
Barcelona hold a clear advantage across all key metrics. The Catalans are under pressure due to Real Madrid closing in on the gap, so they need a convincing win to re-establish a comfortable lead in the table. We see a victory for Barcelona with a handicap of -2.
