Sun Jan 26 19:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Barcelona’s European High Masks Domestic Struggles Ahead of Valencia Clash

**Barcelona, Spain** – Despite recent European successes, FC Barcelona faces a crucial La Liga match against Valencia CF tonight, a game fraught with tension given the Catalan giants’ inconsistent domestic form. While a win against a relegation-battling Valencia at home seems straightforward, Barcelona’s recent record suggests otherwise.

In their last five La Liga games (including a postponed match against Real Madrid), Barcelona has only managed five points out of a possible fifteen. This pales in comparison to Valencia’s six points during the same period. Barcelona’s poor run includes defeats to Leganés and Atlético Madrid, and draws against Betis and Getafe, despite their impressive Supercopa de España victory and Champions League progression.

Coach Flick faces a selection dilemma, particularly in goal, after Szczesny’s unconvincing performance in Lisbon. He may opt for changes, giving opportunities to players like De Jong, Fermín, and Ferran Torres, who impressed in Europe.

Valencia, under manager Corberán, will aim to exploit Barcelona’s inconsistency. While Corberán downplays Barcelona’s struggles, a performance similar to Leganés, Getafe, or Las Palmas could plunge the Catalans further into crisis. Both teams are desperate for points. The match kicks off at 9 PM and will be broadcast on DAZN.

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