Barcelona to rely on tried-and-tested midfield pairing with 75% win percentage vs Valencia

Frenkie de Jong’s injury impacts Barcelona’s midfield, forcing a likely Pedri-Casado double-pivot against Valencia. This proven duo boasts a 75% win rate in 36 starts, with Casado’s defensive solidity freeing Pedri’s creativity. However, de Jong’s attacking contribution shifts added playmaking burden onto Pedri.

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