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Pep Guardiola will have to build his squad without the services of Javier Mascherano. The Argentine defensive midfielder is out through suspension following his sending off against Osasuna last weekend. Dani Alves is also unavailable after picking his fifth yellow card of the campaign. The Brazilian’s absence might create a hole in defence.

Guardiola is now praying to have midfield maestro Xavi Hernandez fit for the clash. The Spaniard’s physical condition, like Pedro Rodriguez’s, remains doubtful. Fatigue has become a big worry for Barcelona. It’s up to Pep Guardiola to deal with it as the race for La Liga seems almost lost. Meanwhile, Unai Emery will have Victor Ruiz back in action but Jordi Alba is a doubt.

Form

Barcelona v Valencia presents an immense opportunity for Los Che to take revenge on the Catalans for their Copa del Rey semi-final exit. Barca are usually terrific at the Camp Nou (where Valencia last lost 2-0 in the cup). They haven’t known defeat in any of their last 29 matches on home soil in the Spanish La Liga. 

In addition, Barcelona hold a perfect record at the Camp Nou in their last 5 encounters against Valencia in all competitions. They are also the best, arguably, in handling setbacks.

However, intense pressure created by current events could inspire Valencia to make an upset. The reigning La Liga champions are 13 points behind league leaders Real Madrid. The Catalans have also lost 5 points in their last 3 fixtures whereas Los Che are in radiant mood after securing their first ever victory in 2012 last weekend.

Barcelona’s last 3 fixtures in La Liga:

January 28, 2012: Villarreal 0-0 Barcelona
February 4, 2012: Barcelona 2-1 Real Sociedad
February 11, 2012: Osasuna 3-2 Barcelona

Valencia’s last 3 fixtures in La Liga:

January 29, 2012: Racing Santander 2-2 Valencia
February 5, 2012: Atletico Madrid 0-0 Valencia
February 12, 2012: Valencia 4-0 Sporting Gijon

Previous meetings between Barcelona and Valencia

February 8, 2012: Barcelona 2-0 Valencia (Copa del Rey)
February 1, 2012: Valencia 1-1 Barcelona (Copa del Rey) 
September 21, 2011: Valencia 2-2 Barcelona (La Liga)
March 2, 2011: Valencia 0-1 Barcelona (La Liga)

Winner

Barcelona keep proving that their era has not yet ended. They will be in the comfort of their home while Los Che might struggle to correct the flaws that saw them exit the Copa del Rey recently. Lionel Messi could play a pivotal role.

Prediction: Barcelona 3-1 Valencia

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