FC Barcelona have secured their place in the knockouts with a game to spare as they host Atalanta in their last group stage game. Hansi Flick and Gian Piero Gasperini will go head to head in a tactical battle this week. Get more insights for this mouth-watering clash on our Barcelona vs Atalanta betting predictions.
Barcelona are just behind Liverpool on the log ahead of the gameweek 8 in the UCL. The Spaniards are through to the next round, while Atalanta will be looking to cement their status in the top eight.
| ℹ️ Tournament: | UEFA Champions League season 2024-25, League Stage (Round 8) |
| ⚽️ Venue: | Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona |
| 🗓️ Date: | 29 January 2025 |
| ⏰ Time: | 20:00 GMT on Wednesday |
Hansi Flick’s team has blown out a lot of big clubs this season, and a bet on Barca online is worth 1.73 (8/11) odds. An away win is valued at 4.50 (7/2), while a draw is worth 4.00 (3/11) on Barcelona vs Atalanta odds.
Atalanta will be making their 31st UEFA Champions League appearance on Wednesday, and this will be their first-ever meeting with FC Barcelona in a European game.
Hansi Flick’s team is one of the most feared clubs in Europe, and they have won six out of seven matches in the Champions League. Barcelona has tasted defeat just once in this competition, losing with 10-men to Monaco. Last week marked a historic landmark in the UCL as Barcelona beat Benfica 5-4 in an impressive comeback after being down 2-4. The Blaugranas will be looking to finish in the top spot, and they are favorites on the 2025 Champions League odds.
Pedro Gonzalez missed the game against Valencia, but he is expected to start against Atalanta. Wojciech Szczęsny has been in goal for two consecutive games and will retain his spot on Wednesday.
Atalanta’s run of five games without a win came to an end as they secured back-to-back wins against Sturm Graz and Como. The Italians sit seventh in the UCL, but they are in the top eight by just a point. The Orobici have four wins in seven UCL games, and they have won more matches on the road this term. Only a win would guarantee Atalanta a place in the final eight, and they will be eyeing all three points in Spain.
Atalanta have fewer names on the sidelines with Gianluca Scamacca and Odilon Kossounou the only players absent for the trip to Spain. Mateo Retegui will be a favorite to start up top after impressive performances.
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Barcelona has been in blistering form in January, and they have six wins in seven games since the start of the year. In the space of a month, they have beaten the likes of Athletic Club, Real Madrid, and Real Betis. Atalanta has won only two out of six games this year, and they have struggled against the big teams, losing to Inter and Napoli. Hansi Flick’s side has netted 23 goals in their last five games, and they can run riot at home. A bet on the hosts to win is a good option on Barcelona vs Atalanta predictions.
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Barcelona has scored at least five goals in four of their last five matches, and when teams come out to play against them, it usually ends in a spectacle. The Spaniards beat Valencia 7-1 over the weekend, and there were nine goals at full-time in their last UCL game in Portugal. Atalanta is another good scoring team, and two of their last three games ended with at least four goals. This is the most anticipated game of the week, and we should see a lot of goals here. Backing the over 3.5 goals is a safer bet available on football bookmaker 2025.
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Raphinha has been Barcelona’s best player this season, and he scored the winner in the 5-4 win over Benfica. The Brazilian is second on the UCL scoring charts this season, and he has scored six goals in his last five appearances. On the other hand, Retegui has bailed out Atalanta a lot this season and has scored in four consecutive games. A goalscorer combo of Raphinha and Retegui to score has good value on Barcelona vs Atalanta betting tips.
A resurgent Atalanta will face the electric Barcelona on Wednesday in an exciting Champions League encounter. Our Barcelona vs Atalanta betting picks are ready, and you can make extra cash from this match by using our expert tips and predictions.
