Defending champions Barcelona have an away tie against Villareal in Spanish La Liga with the Catalonians looking to keep pace with arch-rivals Real Madrid. After drawing their first game with Getafe, they returned to winning ways with a 2-0 win at home to Cadiz. Their performance though was not up to their usual high standards with late goals from Pedri and Ferran Torres getting the job done. Villareal have a point less in comparison to Barcelona with a win and a loss so far. The club enjoyed a narrow 1-0 win over Mallorca in their last outing. Villareal versus Barcelona will be telecasted on the Sports18 network from 9:00 pm IST. Celta Vigo 0–1 Real Madrid, La Liga 2023–24: Jude Bellingham Scores Again As Los Blancos Continue Winning Start To Season (Watch Goal Video Highlights).

Alberto Moreno and Francis Coquelin are two important players missing in action by Villareal due to injuries. Yeremy Pino will undergo a late fitness test to determine his availability for the game. Juan Foyth and Alfonso Pedraza will be part of the back four but they like to venture forward and double up as wide players. Alexander Sorloth will lead the attack in the final third with the services expected from Gerard Moreno from the right. Dani Parejo has the big game experience and his role will be crucial in midfield.

Raphinha is suspended for the tie for Barcelona while Ronald Araujo and Pedri are long-term absentees. Ferran Torres is getting an extended run in the starting eleven with Ousmane Dembele moving to PSG. Ilkay Gundogan is still setting in at his new club and we have not seen the attacking side of his game yet. Oriol Romeu will sit deep and shield the Barcelona backline. Barcelona Appoint Former Midfielder Deco As New Sporting Director.

When is Villarreal vs Barcelona, La Liga 2023-24 Football Match? Date Time and Venue

Barcelona will take on Villarreal in their first match of the La Liga 2023-24 campaign on Monday, August 14. The match is set to begin at 09:00 pm IST (Indian Standard Time) and it will be played at the Estadi de la Ceràmica in Villarreal.

Where to Get Live Telecast of Villarreal vs Barcelona, La Liga 2023-24 Football Match?

Viacom18 Network have the broadcasting rights of the LaLiga 2023-24 season. In India, fans will be able to watch the live telecast of Villarreal vs Barcelona on Sports18 1 SD/HD channels.

How to Get Live Streaming of Villarreal vs Barcelona, La Liga 2023-24 Football Match?

As the broadcasting rights of the LaLiga 2023-24 are with Viacom18 Network. Fans can watch the live streaming of the Villarreal vs Barcelona football match on the JioCinema app and website.  This game has a strong likelihood of ending up in a draw. Expect both the teams to attack from the onset and the scoreline could well read 2-2 at the end of ninety minutes.

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