One of the matches in the second round of the Women’s Champions League group stage will take place on Wednesday in Barcelona, where the local side will host Hammarby at the Johan Cruyff Stadium. Here’s a preview of the match from the Sportsmacro team of experts.
Barcelona
In the first round of the Champions League group stage, Barcelona traveled to Manchester to face Manchester City. The Spanish team appeared stronger, creating more chances and dominating the game. However, they were unable to convert their superiority into goals and ultimately lost 0-2.
Heading into their second-round match against Sweden’s Hammarby, Barcelona comes off a commanding home victory in the Spanish league, having demolished Espanyol 7-1. This win marked their sixth consecutive victory in the domestic league. Currently, Barcelona sits comfortably atop the league table with a perfect record, winning 100% of their matches.
Hammarby
The Swedish club secured their Champions League group stage spot by overcoming Benfica in the qualifiers—after a 1-2 home loss, Hammarby managed to win 2-0 away, which was enough to progress. In their first group stage match, Hammarby hosted Austria’s St. Pölten and secured a 2-0 victory.
Ahead of their clash with Barcelona, the Swedish side recorded a confident 6-0 win over Vittsjö in the domestic league. After 23 rounds in the Swedish championship, Hammarby sits in third place and is virtually guaranteed a spot in the next Champions League qualifiers.
Key Facts about the match
- In three of Barcelona’s last five matches, at least eight goals have been scored.
- Meanwhile, in none of Hammarby’s last five matches has the “Both Teams to Score” bet been successful.
Probable Lineups
- Barcelona: Coll, Batlle, Engen, León, Rolfö, Bonmatí, Walsh, Guijarro, Graham, Pajor, Putellas
- Hammarby: Tamminen, Blakstad, Nystrom, Andersson, Holmberg, Miyagawa, Sørbo, Westin, Vallotto, Hasund, Tandberg
Head-to-Head (H2H)
The teams have never faced each other in European competitions.
Barcelona vs Hammarby Prediction
Bookmakers are heavily favoring Barcelona, pricing their win at 1.02, giving the Swedish side little chance. Our recommended bet for the match is “Total Over 4.5” goals, with odds of 1.62.
