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Barcelona's expected lineup vs Alaves, Sat 31 Oct, based on the XI they have started most this season (starts from 13 matches): García (12); Martín (10), Cubarsí (10); Pedri (11), Rodri (9), Fermín (8); Yamal (13), Raphinha (10), Gordon (9). Out: Espart, García. Only 4 fans have predicted so far, so this is not a fan pick yet. Last updated after the Real Madrid match on 25 Oct.

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Barcelona predicted lineup vs Alaves

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Barcelona are without Espart and García at home to Alaves in the PD, so expect at least 2 changes. The XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 13 official matches is: García in goal, a back four of Martín, Pau Cubarsí, Espart and García, and Yamal, Raphinha and Gordon further forward. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now.

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  2. DEFGarcíaOut

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  • Unavailable: Espart (Out), García (Out).
  • Most-used shape: 4-2-3-1 in 19 of the last 30 matches.
  • Based on starts across 13 official matches this season.

Expected XI derived from official lineups we hold for Barcelona, not from a team sheet. Official lineups are released 20 to 60 minutes before kick-off.

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Matches where one predicted XI named more of the team sheet, over the last 4 graded.

Starters named · of 11CrowdOracle
  • Real Madrid (H)Sun 25 Oct · 27 XIs119
  • Paris Saint Germain (A)Tue 20 Oct · 6 XIs78
  • Real Betis (A)Sat 17 Oct · 8 XIs87
  • Getafe (H)Sat 10 Oct · 15 XIs65

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What is Barcelona's expected lineup?
Barcelona are without Espart and García at home to Alaves in the PD, so expect at least 2 changes. The XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 13 official matches is: García in goal, a back four of Martín, Pau Cubarsí, Espart and García, and Yamal, Raphinha and Gordon further forward. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now. Most-used XI (4-2-3-1): García, Martín, Pau Cubarsí, Espart (out), García (out), Pedri, Rodri, Fermín, Yamal, Raphinha, Gordon.
Who started Barcelona's last match?
Barcelona's starting XI on 25 Oct 2026 in the La Liga (4-3-3): Joan García, X. Espart, Pau Cubarsí Paredes, Gerard Martín, João Cancelo, Pedri, Rodri, Fermín, Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, A. Gordon.
What was Barcelona's last result?
Barcelona lost to Real Madrid 1–2 on 25 Oct 2026.
When did Barcelona last win?
Barcelona last won on 17 Oct 2026, beating Real Betis 5–2.
Who takes penalties for Barcelona?
Raphinha has taken the most penalties for Barcelona this season, scoring 3 of 3.
Who has made the most starts for Barcelona this season?
Joan García leads with 14 starts for Barcelona across all competitions this season.
What formation does Barcelona use most often?
Barcelona have used a 4-3-3 in 9 of their 15 matches this season.
Which Barcelona goalkeeper has started the most this season?
J. Garcia has made the most starts as goalkeeper for Barcelona this season, starting 14 matches.
Which Barcelona defender has started the most this season?
P. Cubarsi has made the most starts as defender for Barcelona this season, starting 12 matches.
Which Barcelona midfielder has started the most this season?
Pedri has made the most starts as midfielder for Barcelona this season, starting 13 matches.
Which Barcelona forward has started the most this season?
Lamine Yamal has made the most starts as forward for Barcelona this season, starting 14 matches.
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