Barcelona host Eintracht Frankfurt at the Camp Nou in a crucial Champions League fixture. With Barça sitting 18th and Frankfurt down in 28th, both sides are desperate for points.
| Tournament: | Champions League |
|---|---|
| Venue: | Camp Nou, Barcelona |
| Date: | 09.12.2025 |
| Time: | 20:00 GMT |
Barcelona vs Eintracht Frankfurt Form and Head to Head
Barcelona suffered a 3-5 defeat away to Real Betis in their last match. The Blaugrana have struggled for consistency, with a mixed bag of results in their last six outings. While they have secured some dominant home victories, such as 3-1 wins against Atletico and Deportivo Alaves, they have also suffered heavy defeats on the road, including a 3-0 loss to Chelsea and a 4-2 defeat to Celta Vigo.
Eintracht Frankfurt were thrashed 6-0 away by RBL in their most recent game. The Eagles' form has been inconsistent. Whilst they managed a 1-1 draw against Wolfsburg, they also succumbed to a 3-0 defeat at home to Atalanta. A 4-3 victory over FC Koln provided a glimmer of hope, but overall, their away form has been a cause for concern, particularly their attacking output.
The last time these two sides met, Eintracht Frankfurt emerged victorious with a 3-2 win at the Camp Nou in the Europa League back in April 2022. Prior to that, the match ended in a 1-1 draw in Germany.
Who is the betting favourite in Barcelona vs Eintracht Frankfurt?
According to latest odds, Barcelona are the betting favourites to beat Eintracht Frankfurt. The odds give Barcelona an implied win probability of around 85% chance of victory.
| Winner | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Barcelona | 1/6 | Betway |
| Frankfurt | 15/1 | AK Bets |
| Draw | 9/1 | 10bet |
Odds last updated at 7PM Tuesday, 9th December.
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Barcelona vs Eintracht Frankfurt Team News
Barcelona face a significant injury crisis. López is out injured, as is Ter Stegen. Olmo is also sidelined with a shoulder injury, while Gavi is a long-term absentee. Araújo is suspended, further weakening the defence. De Jong is also doubtful with a fever.
Eintracht Frankfurt are without several attacking options. Ngankam is ineligible, Larsson is injured with a muscle injury, and Burkardt is also sidelined with a calf problem.
Barcelona vs Eintracht Frankfurt Confirmed Lineups
Barcelona (4-3-3): García; Balde, Martín, Cubarsí, Koundé; García, Pedri, Lopez; Raphinha, Yamal, Lewandowski
Eintracht Frankfurt (4-2-3-1): Zetterer; Kristensen, Theate, Koch, Brown; Larsson, Skhiri; Doan, Götze, Chaïbi; Knauff
Lineups powered by WhoScored.com.
Barcelona vs Eintracht Frankfurt Match Prediction
Barcelona enter this match under pressure, having only managed seven points from their first five games in the Champions League. Their defence has been particularly vulnerable, conceding three or more goals in more matches than most other teams in the competition. However, their home record against German teams is strong, with 16 wins from their last 20 such fixtures. Despite missing key players, Barcelona still possess attacking threats that can unsettle any opponent.
Eintracht Frankfurt, on the other hand, need a sharp response after a poor run of form. Their Champions League campaign started well, but they have since unravelled, conceding 14 goals in their last four matches. They will be relying on transitions, directness, and defensive structure to try and contain Barcelona's attack.
Given Barcelona's home advantage and the attacking prowess of Lewandowski and Yamal, they are likely to edge this contest. A narrow victory for the home side is the predicted outcome, though Frankfurt's ability to raise their game on major European nights cannot be discounted.
Prediction: Barcelona 2-1 Eintracht Frankfurt
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Marcus Rashford has attempted 4+ shots in 3 of their last 5 apps in the Champions League.
Lamine Yamal has scored in 2 of their last 3 apps in the Champions League.
Fermín López has attempted 3+ shots in 3 of their last 4 apps in the Champions League.
Pedri has won 2+ fouls in 3 of their last 3 apps in the Champions League.
Nathaniel Brown has made 4+ tackles in 3 of their last 5 apps in the Champions League.
Barcelona vs Eintracht Frankfurt Bet Builder Tip
Our Bet Builder Tip for Barcelona vs Frankfurt is Lamine Yamal to score anytime, Lamine Yamal to win over 2.5 fouls, Robert Lewandowski to have over 1.5 shots on target, and the match to produce over 3.5 total cards.
Best odds of 10.11/1 available on Paddy Power during publishing.
Lamine Yamal to score anytime
Lamine Yamal has scored in 2 of his last 3 Champions League appearances and is averaging 3.2 shots per game, with 1.2 on target. Barcelona are clear favourites, while Frankfurt have conceded 14 goals, making a high-scoring game likely.
Lamine Yamal to win over 2.5 fouls
Yamal has also won 3, 2, 3, and 4 fouls in his last four UCL matches, comfortably clearing the 2.5+ fouls line. His pace, trickery, and movement on the wings are expected to create more fouls from Frankfurt defenders.
Robert Lewandowski to have over 1.5 shots on target
Robert Lewandowski has struggled in the UCL so far this season, but he has a strong record against Frankfurt and is likely to test the goalkeeper multiple times. He averages 2.6 shots per game and 1.4 on target in the league. With a full weekend’s rest, Lewandowski is well-positioned to deliver on the shots on target selection.
Over 3.5 total cards in the match.
Barcelona’s dominant possession and dynamic attacking play should also force Frankfurt into committing more fouls than usual. With Yamal and Raphinha on the wings and De Jong and Pedri controlling the midfield, multiple reckless challenges are expected, supporting the over 3.5 total cards selection.
