Barcelona will be aiming to continue their impressive start to the 2026/27 LaLiga campaign when they head to Mestalla to tackle Valencia.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Catalan outfit have taken maximum points from their opening three games of the season and sit top of the LaLiga table, while Valencia find themselves down in 17th spot on just one point.Carlos Corberán's side are facing early-season turmoil with an extensive injury list and a winless start to their domestic season. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9936760##In stark contrast, Hansi Flick's reigning champions are flying, having scored 12 goals across three straight victories, setting up what promises to be an intriguing clash in Valencia.Kick-off: 5:15 PM (Kenyan Time), Sunday 06 SeptemberVenue: Mestalla, ValenciaLa Liga (Matchday 4)Current standings: Barcelona (1st, 9 pts), Valencia (17th, 1 pt)Qualification implications: A win for Barcelona maintains their perfect record at the top of LaLiga, while Valencia desperately need points to pull themselves away from early relegation danger.BETTING GUIDE: Athletic Bilbao vs Atletico Madrid, match preview, team news and predictionForm GuideValencia ❌ Loss vs Deportivo La Coruña ❌ Loss vs Real Betis ➖ Draw vs Celta Vigo ✅ Win vs Hercules ❌ Loss vs Teruel##NAJAVA_MECA_9936888##Barcelona✅ Win vs Rayo Vallecano ✅ Win vs Athletic Bilbao ✅ Win vs Elche ✅ Win vs Al Ahly ✅ Win vs BaselCity unite the impossible: Enzo & Anderson together on the pitchHead-to-Head (Last Five Meetings)Valencia 3-1 Barcelona (23.05.26 – La Liga)Barcelona 6-0 Valencia (14.09.25 – La Liga)Barcelona 5-0 Valencia (06.02.25 – Copa del Rey)Barcelona 7-1 Valencia (26.01.25 – La Liga)Barcelona 2-1 Valencia (17.08.24 – La Liga)##NAJAVA_MECA_9936871##Team NewsValencia❌ Umar Sadiq – Hamstring injury (out).❌ Justin de Haas – Ankle injury (out).❌ Sergi Canos – Knee injury (out).❌ Jose Copete – Ankle injury (out).❌ Diego Lopez – Knee injury (out).❌ Guido Rodriguez – Muscle injury (out).🟡 Dimitri Foulquier – Muscle issue, subject to late assessment.🟡 Luis Rioja – Muscle issue, subject to late assessment.##NAJAVA_MECA_9936815##Barcelona❌ Frenkie de Jong – Knee injury (out).❌ Roony Bardghji – Knee injury (out).❌ Jesse Bisiwu – Contusion (out).🟡 Gavi – Knee issue, subject to late assessment.'It's going to be a great season for Real'Player to Watch: Raphinha (Barcelona)Raphinha has been in scintillating form at the start of the 2026/27 campaign, registering five goals and one assist across his first three LaLiga appearances.Operating with tremendous freedom in Hansi Flick's fluid attack, the Brazilian winger remains Barcelona's most lethal playmaker and goal threat.He holds an exceptional personal record against Los Che, having produced nine goal contributions (4 goals, 5 assists) in eight competitive appearances against Valencia. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9936822##After scoring a brace against them in their dominant 6-0 victory last season, Raphinha will look to exploit Valencia's depleted defensive unit once again on Sunday afternoon.🟢 Safe Bet (Low Risk) Barcelona to Win🟡 Smart Bet (Medium Risk) Barcelona -1.5 Asian Handicap (Win by 2+ Goals)🔴 Long Shot (High Risk) Barcelona to Win 3-1Disclaimer: Whilst we do our utmost to offer good advice and information, we cannot be held responsible for any loss that may be incurred as a result of gambling.