Barcelona vs Celta Vigo Match Update

The La Liga clash at Camp Nou in Barcelona kicks off on 22 April 2026 at 19:30 UTC. Barcelona enter Round 33 of the regular season top of the table with 79 points and a goal difference of 54, boasting a perfect home record (16 wins from 16). Celta Vigo arrive in 6th place on 44 points, chasing European qualification.

Barcelona Availability

Barcelona face several enforced absences. Marc Bernal (Ankle Injury) is sidelined. A. Christensen (Knee Injury) is sidelined, reducing options in central defense. Raphinha (Thigh Injury) is sidelined, a major blow given his 11 goals and 3 assists in league play. All three appear multiple times in the report but are confirmed as unavailable for this fixture. Key attacking leaders Lamine Yamal (15 goals, 11 assists) and Ferran Torres (14 goals) are available to start.

Celta Vigo Availability

Celta Vigo also have concerns. M. Roman (Foot Injury) is sidelined, removing a midfield option. C. Starfelt (Back Injury) is doubtful, leaving a potential gap in central defense if he does not recover in time.

Impact Summary

Barcelona lose significant attacking output with Raphinha sidelined but retain their top two scorers, preserving much of their firepower. Celta Vigo’s main threat Borja Iglesias (11 goals, 2 assists) is available, though any absence for C. Starfelt would weaken their ability to contain Barcelona’s prolific attack.