New LaLiga champions Barcelona are out to move closer to their target of 100 points when they take on Alaves.
The mood in the Barcelona camp couldn’t be higher following their thrilling 2-0 El Clasico victory over Real Madrid just three days ago. That win officially clinched the La Liga title for Hansi Flick’s men, sparked by a stunning Marcus Rashford free-kick that set the Nou Camp alight.
It has been an emotional week for the Barcelona manager, who led his team to the title despite the recent passing of his father.
Tonight offers a chance for Flick to rotate the squad while maintaining the high-pressing intensity that has defined their season.
Alavés may be fighting for mid-table respectability, but they face a Barca side playing with the freedom of champions. Here’s how they line up.
Alaves team news
Alaves XI: Sivera, Angel, Tenaglia, Koski, Parada, Rebbach, Blanco, Guridi, Denis Suarez, Martinez, Ibrahim
Barcelona team news
Barcelona XI: Szczesny, Kounde, Cubarsi, Cortes, Balde, Casado, Bernal, Olmo, Roony, Lewandowski, Rashford
Flick has shuffled his pack for this game with the title already secured, with La Masia product Alvaro Cortes making his first-team debut in defence.
Woijcech Szczesny starts in goal in place of Joan Garcia, with Roony Bardghji and Marcus Rashford flanking Robert Lewandowski in attack.
Where to watch Alaves v Barcelona: TV and online streams
Alaves versus Barcelona kicks off tonight at 8.30pm UK time. It is available on Premier Sports 2 and can be streamed via the Premier Sports app.
Stats for Alaves v Barcelona
- Barcelona have won their last 11 La Liga fixtures
- Barcelona have won 36 of their previous 50 meetings with Alaves in all competitions
- Alaves have not beaten Barcelona at home in a league game since 2001
