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Barcelona vs Osasuna live preview Supercopa de Espana

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Osasuna
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Barcelona:

Barcelona are coming off a 3-2 win over fourth-tier side Barbastro in the Copa del Rey before coming to Saudi Arabia for this competition. It was their third win in a row in all competitions with the Catalans winning over Almeria and Las Palmas prior to that win in the Cup competition. This was a much-needed change for Barca, as they lost two and drew one match prior to that sequence of victories. This technically will be their match away from home, being played at a neutral venue, and Barca won’t mind that going by recent form having won their last two away games.


Osasuna:
Osasuna are also coming off a victory, a 1-0 win over third-tier side Castellon in the Copa del Rey. That made it three wins and a loss for them in their last three competitive matches. Stretching it further back, Osasuna have lost just once across their last six matches in all competitions, winning three and drawing two. Although being away from Spain takes the pressure off, Osasuna will have to improve their performance away from home. They have lost four of their last six away matches in all competitions, although the only victory in that sequence came in their last such match.

Analysis:
Barcelona has faced numerous challenges this season, and their first encounter with Osasuna was no exception. In the initial meeting, Barcelona managed a 2-1 victory, capitalizing on Osasuna being reduced to ten men in the later stages of the September league game.
Osasuna's defensive struggles have been evident throughout the season, with only three Spanish clubs conceding more league goals. Particularly vulnerable on the road, Osasuna has secured only one away victory since the first weekend of October, and that was against third-tier Castellon in the Copa del Rey.
Although Barcelona has had its share of difficulties, especially after a surprising setback against Girona before Christmas, they might find Thursday's match more comfortable. This could pave the way for an exciting final showdown, setting the stage for a blockbuster conclusion.

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