Barcelona, unbeaten in 10 games, seeks a second Champions League victory against Porto, who share their unbeaten streak. Injuries on both sides create uncertainty in this clash.

Barcelona News updates

• Barcelona are unbeaten in their last 10 matches in all competitions, including a 5-0 win over Royal Antwerp in their opening Champions League group stage match.
• Xavi Hernandez's side are looking to make it two wins from two in the Champions League and put themselves in a strong position to qualify for the knockout stages.
• However, they will face a tough test against Porto, who are also unbeaten in their last 10 matches.

Barcelona vs Porto, UEFA Champions League: Team News, Match Preview

Barcelona

• Xavi Hernandez has a few injury concerns ahead of the match. Raphinha, Pedri, and Frenkie de Jong are all out injured.
• However, the Blaugrana are expected to be boosted by the return of Ansu Fati, who has been out of action for several months.

Porto

• Porto are also missing a few key players through injury. Veteran captain Pepe is out, as are Evanilson, Gabriel Veron, and Zaidu Sanusi.
• However, the Portuguese side are still a dangerous team, and they will be looking to make home advantage count.

Barcelona Preview

Barcelona are the favorites to win this match, but they will need to be at their best to overcome a Porto side that is known for its defensive resilience.

The Blaugrana will need to find a way to break down Porto's defense, which is likely to be set up in a low block. Barcelona will also need to be careful not to give away any cheap chances, as Porto are a dangerous side on the counter-attack.

STATS

• Barcelona have won 10 of their last 11 matches against Portuguese opposition.
• Porto have only lost one of their last 10 matches at home in the Champions League.
• Barcelona have scored 10 goals in their last five Champions League matches.
• Porto have conceded two goals or fewer in their last six Champions League matches.

Barcelona vs Porto lineup

Barcelona: Ter Stegen; Araujo, Christensen, Pique, Alba; Busquets, F. de Jong, Nico; Dembele, Aubameyang, Fati

Porto: Costa; Manafa, Mbemba, Pepe, Sanusi; Grujic, Vitinha, Otavio; Taremi, Evanilson, Pepê

Barcelona vs Porto Formation

Barcelona are likely to line up in a 4-3-3 formation, with Busquets playing as the holding midfielder. Pedri and F. de Jong will be deployed in more advanced positions, while Dembele, Aubameyang, and Fati will lead the attack.

Porto are likely to line up in a 4-3-3 formation, with Grujic playing as the holding midfielder. Otavio and Pepê will provide width on the flanks, while Taremi will be the lone striker.

Barcelona vs Porto tickets

Tickets for the Barcelona vs Porto match are available on the official Porto website.

Barcelona vs Porto prediction

Barcelona are the favorites to win this match, but it will be a tough test against a Porto side that is known for its defensive resilience.

I am predicting a 2-1 victory for Barcelona.

Barcelona vs. Porto match Time

The Barcelona vs. Porto match will kick off at 20:00 CET on Wednesday, October 4, 2023.

Barcelona vs Porto live-streaming

The Barcelona vs. Porto match will be live-streamed on Twistok Sport.

It will also be available to stream on the UEFA Champions League website and app.

Barcelona vs Porto live stream

The match will be live-streamed on Twistok.com