Barcelona have made a flying start to their domestic season, but the Champions League is the trophy they really want. Their first European visitors to Camp Nou are Feyenoord.

Fermín firing for free-scoring Barcelona

Barcelona’s 5-0 win at Valencia on Sunday extended their 100% record in La Liga. Fermín López was the star of the show with a goal and two assists, while Lamine Yamal returned to form with a brace.

Hansi Flick isn’t likely to make too many changes, but Jules Koundé ought to return at right-back, given Eric García is suspended. Frenkie de Jong and Roony Bardghji are still sidelined with injuries.

Despite the recent signing of Gabriel Jesus, Raphinha will continue up front. The Brazilian is enjoying his new role, with six goals already in just four league outings. Rodri looks set to feature in midfield again, following his first start for Barça against Los Che.

Barcelona predicted lineup vs Feyenoord (4-2-3-1): J. García; Koundé, Cubarsí, Martín, Cancelo; Rodri, Pedri; Yamal, Fermín, Adeyemi; Raphinha.

Defensive selection issues a concern for Feyenoord

This is a transitional period for Feyenoord, who recently sold their star striker Ayase Ueda to Lille. Nacho Ferri arrived in the summer as a potential replacement for the Japanese international, and he will lead the line at Camp Nou.

Jordan Bos, Jakub Moder, Bart Nieuwkoop and Gijs Smal are currently sidelined due to injuries. That leaves Giovanni van Bronckhorst short on options at full-back, which is something Yamal will be hoping to exploit for the hosts.

The standout player for the Rotterdam club so far this term has been Gjivai Zechiël. The 22-year-old has registered four goals and three assists from midfield in the Eredivisie, while he’s averaging three shots per game.

Feyenoord predicted lineup vs Barcelona (4-3-3): Ernst; Read, St. Juste, Watanabe, Mármol; Vanhoutte, Zechiël, Targhalline; Diarra, Ferri, Valente.

Barcelona vs Feyenoord Prediction

  • Safe Tip: Over 3.5 goals
  • Odds: 1.41 (22Bet)
  • Correct score prediction: Barcelona 5-1 Feyenoord
  • 22Bet Booking Code: 2LX9E

Key stats:

  • The past four Feyenoord games have all finished with four or more goals.
  • There have been at least five goals scored in three of Barcelona’s opening four fixtures in La Liga.
  • The Catalan club’s Champions League home matches last season averaged 4.83 goals per 90 minutes.

With the likes of Yamal, Raphinha and Fermín looking sharp, Barcelona will cause constant problems for the visiting defence. The Spanish champions have scored 17 times across their opening four games. Backing this encounter to produce over 3.5 goals in total is a safe bet.

There has also been plenty of action in recent matches involving Feyenoord. Including friendlies, seven of their previous eight games have seen both teams score. The Dutch club’s Eredivisie outings this term are averaging four goals per game.

Barcelona vs Feyenoord Prediction, Value Tip

  • Value Tip: Barcelona -3 Handicap
  • Odds: 1.89 (22Bet)
  • 22Bet Booking Code: YDY9E

With some defenders missing, Feyenoord stand little chance of keeping Barcelona at bay for long. The hosts have already won 5-0 twice in La Liga this term.

Flick’s side won 92% of their home fixtures across all competitions last season. They are worth backing at odds of 1.89 with a -3 handicap on Wednesday night.

Verdict: Over 3.5 goals (1.41) — Barcelona 5-1 Feyenoord