For the first time this season, the two eternal rivals in LaLiga, Barcelona and Real Madrid will go head-to-head.
Strangely, neither of the traditional Spanish powerhouses are top of the table ahead of this clash at the Nou Camp.
Girona leads the way with 28 points having played 11 fixtures.
Real Madrid are in second position with 25 points after 10 matches, while Barcelona have 24 after 10 matches.
This is their 255th official meeting, with Madrid edging the series with 102 wins to Barca’s 100 and 52 draws.
Los Blancos have been dominant in recent meetings, beating Barcelona 4-0 in the Copa del Rey semifinal, second leg and winning three of their last four away games against Xavi’s side.
Barcelona are the only unbeaten team in LaLiga, but their record has been marred by three unnecessary draws: 0-0 at Getafe, 2-2 at Mallorca and 2-2 at Granada.
For Madrid, scoring is a concern. Girona, Atletico Madrid and Barca all have more goals than their 21. They’ve over-relied on Jude Bellingham’s over-performance (with eight goals) and while Joselu has delivered (with five) neither Vinícius Júnior (two, after a month out through injury) or Rodrygo Goes (one) have done enough.
