The Round 7 League Phase encounter between Slavia Praha vs Barcelona takes place at the atmospheric Fortuna Arena, with kick-off scheduled for 01:30 AM (IST) on Thursday, 22 January 2026.
This matchup brings together a Slavia side still searching for their first win of the campaign and a Barcelona team aiming to quickly respond after seeing their 11-match winning streak snapped. While conditions in Prague will be freezing, Barcelona’s superior depth and attacking firepower make them clear favorites going into this decisive Round 7 clash.
Match Overview – Slavia Praha vs Barcelona
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Slavia Praha vs Barcelona |
| Competition | League Phase |
| Round | Round 7 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Thursday, 22 January 2026 – 01:30 AM (IST) |
| Venue | Fortuna Arena |
| Location | Prague, Czech Republic |
| Capacity | 21,000 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | -6°C – Freezing |
Slavia Praha are expected to adopt a compact, physical approach, looking to disrupt Barcelona’s rhythm and capitalize on set pieces. Barcelona, meanwhile, will aim to dominate possession and wear down the hosts with patient build-up play despite the harsh winter conditions.
Season So Far Comparison – Slavia Praha vs Barcelona
| Metric | Slavia Praha | Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 6 | 6 |
| Wins | 0 | 3 |
| Draws | 3 | 1 |
| Losses | 3 | 2 |
| Goals Scored | 2 | 14 |
| Goals Conceded | 11 | 11 |
| Average Possession | 43% | 60% |
| Passing Accuracy | 77% | 89% |
| Clean Sheets | 2 | 0 |
| Yellow / Red Cards | 15 / 0 | 16 / 1 |
The contrast is clear: Slavia struggle for goals, while Barcelona remain one of the most productive attacking teams in the competition.
Recent Form Guide – Slavia Praha vs Barcelona
Slavia Prague – Recent Form
| Date | Result | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Competition / Context |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/01 | Win | Brann | 1-2 | Slavia Prague | Friendly/Training Match |
| 10/01 | Draw | Slavia Prague | 1-1 | Karlsruher SC | Friendly/Training Match |
| 06/01 | Loss | Slavia Prague | 3-4 | FC Basel | Friendly/Training Match |
| 13/12 | Win | Slavia Prague | 4-3 | Jablonec | League Match |
| 09/12 | Loss | Tottenham Hotspur | 3-0 | Slavia Prague | European Competition |
Barcelona – Recent Form
| Date | Result | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Competition / Context |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/01 | Loss | Real Sociedad | 2-1 | Barcelona | La Liga |
| 15/01 | Win | Racing de Santander | 0-2 | Barcelona | Cup Match |
| 11/01 | Win | Barcelona | 3-2 | Real Madrid | Super Cup Semi-Final |
| 07/01 | Win | Barcelona | 5-0 | Athletic Bilbao | La Liga |
| 03/01 | Win | Espanyol | 0-2 | Barcelona | La Liga |
Head-to-Head – Slavia Praha vs Barcelona
| Date | Competition | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov 2019 | Champions League | Barcelona vs Slavia Praha | 0–0 |
| 23 Oct 2019 | Champions League | Slavia Praha vs Barcelona | 1–2 |
Top Scorers to Watch
- Slavia Praha: Youssoupha Mbodji – 2 goals (6 matches)
- Barcelona: Marcus Rashford – 4 goals, 2 assists (6 matches)
Rashford’s pace and directness have been Barcelona’s most reliable attacking weapon in this League Phase.
Predicted Lineups – Slavia Praha vs Barcelona
Slavia Praha (3-4-1-2)
Jindřich Staněk – Tomáš Holeš, David Zima, Štěpán Chaloupek – David Douděra, David Moses, Michal Sadílek, Jan Bořil – Lukáš Provod – Tomáš Chorý, Vasil Kušej
Barcelona (4-2-3-1)
Joan García – Jules Koundé, Pau Cubarsí, Eric García, Gerard Martín – Pedri, Frenkie de Jong – Marcus Rashford, Fermín López, Raphinha – Robert Lewandowski
Unavailable Players
| Team | Players Out |
|---|---|
| Slavia Praha | Dominik Javorček, Filip Horský, Petr Ševčík |
| Barcelona | Dro Fernández (suspension), Ferran Torres, Andreas Christensen, Gavi, Lamine Yamal |
Barcelona remain without several key rotation players, but their starting XI still carries significant quality across all lines.
Statistical Projection – Slavia Praha vs Barcelona
| Metric | Slavia Praha | Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 12% | 68% |
| Draw Probability | 20% | — |
| Expected Possession | 35–40% | 60–65% |
| Shots on Target | 2–3 | 6–8 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 0.6–0.9 | 2.0–2.6 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 18% | 32% |
| Most Likely Scorer | Tomáš Chorý | Marcus Rashford |
✅ Final Score Prediction
Slavia Praha 0–3 Barcelona
Likely Scorers:
- Marcus Rashford (Barcelona)
- Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona)
- Raphinha (Barcelona)
Barcelona’s superior technical quality and attacking depth should prove decisive, even in freezing conditions, as they look to reassert control in the League Phase.
Confidence Levels
- Slavia Praha Win: 12%
- Draw: 20%
- Barcelona Win: 68%
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Barcelona to Win
- Over 2.5 Total Goals
- Both Teams to Score: No
- Anytime Scorer: Marcus Rashford
⚠️ All predictions are for informational purposes only. Betting involves risk—please play responsibly.
FAQs – Slavia Praha vs Barcelona
1.What time is Slavia Praha vs Barcelona?
Kick-off is at 01:30 AM (IST) on Thursday, 22 January 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At Fortuna Arena, Prague, Czech Republic.
3.Who are the key players to watch?
Marcus Rashford for Barcelona and Tomáš Chorý for Slavia Praha.
4.What is the predicted score?
A 0–3 win for Barcelona in Round 7 of the League Phase.