Barca Blaugranes - La Liga, Round 9: Barcelona vs Eibar; Full Match Coverage#GraciesTitohttps://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/47187/barca-fave.png2015-10-27T17:03:37+01:00http://www.barcablaugranes.com/rss/stream/93713712015-10-27T17:03:37+01:002015-10-27T17:03:37+01:00Barça 3-1 Eibar: Player Ratings
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<p>A detailed, player-by-player breakdown of Barcelona's comeback win against Eibar.</p> <p>
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<span>Claudio Bravo</span><br>
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<span class="statwords">Minutes played: </span><span class="statwords"><b>90</b></span>
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<div class="dots"><span class="statwords">Touches: <b>43</b></span></div>
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<span class="statwords">Passes: <b>26</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Pass Accuracy: <b>100</b></span><span class="statwords"><b>%</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Shots Faced: </span><span class="statwords"><b>5</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Saves Made: <b>4</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords">Clearances</span></span></span></span></span>: <b>0</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b>Bostjan </b></i></span></b></i></span>says:</b></i></span><span class="statwords"><b><i> 7.0</i></b></span>
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<p>A solid if unspectacular game from Bravo who continued his streak of games with at least a goal allowed. Made four saves on the night, but was beaten by a long range effort after he was left out of position after making the initial save. Bravo was actually beaten once more, late in the first half, as he was left sprawling on the ground after a lovely Keko dribble, but was bailed out by a goal-line clearance.</p>
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<span>Dani Alves</span><br>
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<span class="statwords">Minutes played: <b>90</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Touches: <b>89</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<div class="dots"><span class="statwords">Passes: <b>65</b></span></div>
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<span class="statwords">Pass Accuracy: <b>86</b></span><span class="statwords"><b>%</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Key Passes:<b> 1</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords">Turnovers</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span>: </span><span class="statwords"><b>5</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Tackles: <b>2</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords">Clearances</span></span></span>: <b>1</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b>Renato </b></i></span></b></i></span>says: </b></i></span><span class="statwords"><b><i>6.5</i></b></span>
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It was nice to see some sort of evolution from Dani. He had a solid game defensively, which is the only thing that matters after his streak of unbelievably horrible performances on that end. Had a quite match on offense, but wasn't reponsible for the goal allowed and did his job. Not the greatest game we've seen from Alves, but it's tough to expect that from him lately, so it's acceptable.
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<span>Marc Bartra</span><br>
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<span class="statwords">Minutes played: </span><span class="statwords"><b>55</b></span>
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<div class="dots"><span class="statwords">Touches: <b>57</b></span></div>
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<span class="statwords">Passes: <b>46</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Pass Accuracy: <b>89</b></span><span class="statwords"><b>%</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Tackles: <b>0</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<div class="dots"><span class="statwords">Interceptions: <b>3</b></span></div>
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<span class="statwords">Clearances: <b>1</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b>Renato </b></i></span></b></i></span>says: </b></i></span><span class="statwords"><b><i>5.5</i></b></span>
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<p>Had a shaky performance, highlighted (or lowlighted) by the terrible mistake that led to Eibar's opening goal. Also had a couple of misplaced passes, but also had an acceptable overall performance. Needs improvement, however.</p>
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<td style="width: 50px; height: 50px; vertical-align: middle; font-size: 30px; text-align: center; color: white; background-color: #a2214b;"><i>6.3</i></td>
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<span class="statwords">Minutes played: </span><span class="statwords"><b>90</b></span>
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<div class="dots"><span class="statwords">Touches: <b>73</b></span></div>
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<span class="statwords">Passes: <b>63</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Pass Accuracy: <b>94</b></span><span class="statwords"><b>%</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Tackles: <b>0</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<div class="dots"><span class="statwords">Interceptions: <b>1</b></span></div>
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<span class="statwords">Clearances: <b>6</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords">Fouls</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span>: </span><span class="statwords"><b>2</b></span>
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<span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords">Renato </span></b></i></span>says: </b></i></span><span class="statwords"><b><i>6.5</i></b></span>
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<p>Good couple of games for the boyfriend of Shakira, who had a strong performance, and was the best of the center-back pairing. Was important in the passing game as well, and was solid defensively in a game in which the <i>Blaugrana</i> didn't allow many chances. Encouraging.</p>
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<span>Jordi Alba</span><br>
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<td style="width: 50px; height: 50px; vertical-align: middle; font-size: 30px; text-align: center; color: white; background-color: #a2214b;"><i>6.6</i></td>
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<span class="statwords">Minutes played: </span><span class="statwords"><b>90</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Touches: </span><span class="statwords"><b>86</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Passes: </span><span class="statwords"><b>75</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Pass Accuracy: <b>89</b></span><span class="statwords"><b>%</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Shots/Shots on Target: <b>0/0</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Tackles: <b>0</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Interceptions: <b>2</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Clearances: </span><span class="statwords"><b>3</b></span>
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<span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords">Key Passes</span></span>: </span><b><span class="statwords">0</span></b>
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<span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords">Turnovers</span></span>: <b>1</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b>Renato </b></i></span>says: </b></i></span><span class="statwords"><i><b>7.0</b></i></span>
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<p>Alba is still searching for his best game offensively, and he did improve on that front in the second half. Was impressive on defense, though, with some key interceptions and clearances. Also showed some good accuracy on his passing, but needs to improve in what makes him special: that surprise factor on offense.</p>
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<span>Javier Mascherano</span><br>
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<td style="width: 50px; height: 50px; vertical-align: middle; font-size: 30px; text-align: center; color: white; background-color: #a2214b;"><i>5.8</i></td>
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<span class="statwords">Minutes played: </span><span class="statwords"><b>83</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Touches: </span><span class="statwords"><b>79</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Passes: </span><span class="statwords"><b>66</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Pass Accuracy: <b>88</b></span><span class="statwords"><b>%</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Shots/Shots on Target: <b>0/0</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Tackles: <b>6</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Interceptions: </span><span class="statwords"><b>1</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Clearances: </span><span class="statwords"><b>1</b></span>
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<span class="statwords"><span class="statwords">Turnovers</span>: </span><span class="statwords"><b>0</b></span>
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<span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords">Aerial Duels Won</span></span></span>: </span><b><span class="statwords">3</span></b>
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<span class="statwords">Key Passes: </span><span class="statwords"><b>1</b></span>
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<span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords">Fouls Won</span></span>: <b>1</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b>Sam </b></i></span>says: </b></i></span><span class="statwords"><i><b>6.5</b></i></span>
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<p>A rating severely hurt by his needless red card towards the end of the match. Before his dismissal, Mascherano was playing very deep, effectively as a third center back, which allowed the other two midfielders to focus on their attacking play. He make six tackles and an interception to protect a vulnerable back four. His red card was silly though, seemingly for a comment about the linesmen and it could’ve made <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.barcablaugranes.com/">Barcelona</a>’s task a lot harder were it not for Luis Suárez.</p>
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<td style="width: 50px; height: 50px; vertical-align: middle; font-size: 30px; text-align: center; color: white; background-color: #a2214b;"><i>6.3</i></td>
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<span class="statwords">Minutes played: </span><span class="statwords"><b>90</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Touches: </span><span class="statwords"><b>59</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Passes: </span><span class="statwords"><b>51</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Pass Accuracy: <b>78</b></span><span class="statwords"><b>%</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Turnovers:</span><span class="statwords"><b> 4</b></span>
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<p>Another quiet game from the Croatian. Being the only recognized attacking midfielder on the pitch, you would’ve expected the attacking play to come through him but it was actually Busquets who performed this role. Rakitić struggled to have any real influence on the game and his wayward passing could be an explanation for that. He managed a success rate of 78%, to put that into context Barcelona midfielders regularly get in and around the 90% mark, and he couldn’t create any real goal-scoring chances.</p>
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<span class="statwords">Minutes played: </span><span class="statwords"><b>90</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Touches: <b>69</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Passes: </span><span class="statwords"><b>60</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Pass Accuracy: <b>82</b></span><span class="statwords"><b>%</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Key Passes: </span><span class="statwords"><b>1</b></span>
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<span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords">Tackles</span></span></span></span></span>: <b>3</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords"><i><b>Sam says: 8.0</b></i></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<p>Barcelona’s best midfield player and one of their best on the field. With Mascherano playing behind him, Busquets was allowed to push forward and play a more Xavi-like role. He was consistently picking up the ball and looking to play the pas that would create a chance. It was his through ball that found Sandro who in turn found Suárez for the equaliser and this was theme he continued with the whole night. He also put in a solid defensive performance with the three tackles and two interceptions.</p>
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<td style="width: 50px; height: 50px; vertical-align: middle; font-size: 30px; text-align: center; color: white; background-color: #a2214b;"><i>6.3</i></td>
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<span class="statwords">Minutes played: </span><span class="statwords"><b>55</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Touches: </span><span class="statwords"><b>18</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Passes: </span><span class="statwords"><b>12</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Pass Accuracy: <b>92</b></span><span class="statwords"><b>%</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Shots/Shots on Target: <b>2/0</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Turnovers: <b>1</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Successful Dribbles: <b>0</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Key Passes: <b>1</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords">Tackles</span></span>: </span><span class="statwords"><b>0</b></span>
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<span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b>Renato </b></i></span></b></i></span></b></i></span>says: </b></i></span><span class="statwords"><b><i>6.0</i></b></span>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Other than the beautiful assist to the opening goal, Sandro was quiet and couldn't bring any danger to the game. But with two world-class attackers in unbelievable form beside him, Sandro did a solid job of not getting in their way.</p>
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<td style="vertical-align: middle; font-size: 24px; border-bottom: 1px solid black;">Luis Suarez<br>
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<td style="width: 50px; height: 50px; vertical-align: middle; font-size: 30px; text-align: center; color: white; background-color: #a2214b;">8.7</td>
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<span class="statwords">Minutes played: </span><span class="statwords"><b>90</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Touches: <b>41</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Passes: <b>25</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Pass Accuracy: <b>72</b></span><span class="statwords"><b>%</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Shots/Shots on Target: <b>6/4</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Fouls Won: </span><span class="statwords"><b>4</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Successful Dribbles: <b>3</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Key Passes: <b>0</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Turnovers: <b>1</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Tackles: <b>2</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b>Renato </b></i></span></b></i></span></b></i></span></b></i></span>says: 9.0</b></i></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<p>Hat-trick! What else can be said about Suárez's sensational performance on Sunday? <i>El Pistolero</i> showed his deadly scoring instinct with some awesome goals. The third one was a beauty. To control with his chest and bury home like that, it just demonstrated what incredible of a striker he is. What a way to celebrate one year as a <i>Blaugrana</i>.</p>
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<td style="width: 50px; height: 50px; vertical-align: middle; font-size: 30px; text-align: center; color: white; background-color: #a2214b;">8.0</td>
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<div class="dots"><span class="statwords">Minutes played: <b>90</b></span></div>
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<span class="statwords">Touches: </span><span class="statwords"><b>82</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Passes: <b>54</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Pass Accuracy: <b>76%</b></span><span class="statwords"><b></b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Shots/Shots on Target: <b>2/0</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords"><span class="statwords">Successful Dribbles</span>: </span><span class="statwords"><b>3</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Key Passes: <b>5</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords"><span class="statwords">Fouls Won:</span></span><span class="statwords"> <b>6</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Turnovers: </span><span class="statwords"><b>5</b></span>
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<span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b>Renato </b></i></span></b></i></span></b></i></span></b></i></span></b></i></span>says: 8.5</b></i></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Didn't score like Suárez, but was just as impressive. The Brazilian was once again the boss, taking the role as a right-footed Messi and controlling the game from the outside in. Had two assists, including a great individual play to ignite the third goal. If Sunday taught us anything about Neymar, is that he doesn't need his scoring boots to affect the match heavily.</p>
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<td style="width: 50px; height: 50px; vertical-align: middle; font-size: 30px; text-align: center; color: white; background-color: #a2214b;"><i>6.0</i></td>
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<span class="statwords">Minutes played: </span><span class="statwords"><b>35</b></span>
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<span class="statwords">Touches: <b>22</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Passes: <b>14</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Pass Accuracy: <b>71</b></span><span class="statwords"><b>%</b></span>
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<span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords"><span class="statwords">Turnovers</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span>: <b>3</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<div class="dots"><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b>Bostjan </b></i></span></b></i></span></b></i></span></b></i></span>says: 6.0</b></i></span></div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Like Sandro, Munir also didn't impress on the pitch. The effort was certainly there, but the end product was lacking. Munir continues to show that he's an asset defensively, something Sandro hasn't been able to do on a consistent basis.<br>
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<td style="width: 50px; height: 50px; vertical-align: middle; font-size: 30px; text-align: center; color: white; background-color: #a2214b;"><i>6.7</i></td>
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<span class="statwords">Pass Accuracy: <b>85</b></span><span class="statwords"><b>%</b></span>
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<div class="dots"><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b>Bostjan </b></i></span></b></i></span></b></i></span></b></i></span>says: 6.5</b></i></span></div>
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<p>An encouraging cameo for the Frenchman who surprisingly replaced Bartra early in the second half. His strong positional sense came into play often, as did his good anticipation skills as he was able to make a few good defensive plays. Was even allowed the space to make a powerful run up the pitch.</p>
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<td style="width: 50px; height: 50px; vertical-align: middle; font-size: 30px; text-align: center; color: white; background-color: #a2214b;"><i>7.0</i></td>
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<span class="statwords">Passes: <b>610</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Shots/Shots on Target: <b>14/5</b></span><span class="statwords"></span>
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<span class="statwords">Tackles: </span><span class="statwords"><b>17</b></span>
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<div class="dots"><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b>Renato </b></i></span></b></i></span>says: 7.5</b></i></span></div>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Collectively, it was a better game than what we saw against Rayo last week. The midfield was a lot more present and controlled the game well. The individual brilliance of the two best players on the team was still the key component to get a win, but the overall effort was consistent and pleasing. First real good performance sans Messi.</p>
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<span>Luis Enrique</span><br>
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<td style="width: 50px; height: 50px; vertical-align: middle; font-size: 30px; text-align: center; color: white; background-color: #a2214b;"><i>6.8</i></td>
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<div class="dots"><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b><span class="statwords"><i><b>Bostjan </b></i></span></b></i></span></b></i></span></b></i></span></b></i></span></b></i></span>says: 6.0</b></i></span></div>
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<p class="MsoNormal">There's not really a whole lot Lucho can change during this time as the injuries are often dictating which eleven he sends on the pitch, but the fact that Barcelona continue to give up soft goals has to concern him. With the overly aggressive play Eibar exhibited over the last minute of the game Enrique really should've made a third substitution to protect one of his star players, especially after Suarez's third goal - regardless of the limited options on the bench.</p>
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<td style="width: 50px; height: 50px; vertical-align: middle; font-size: 30px; text-align: center; color: white; background-color: #a2214b;"><i>73%</i></td>
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<div class="dots"><span class="statwords"><i><b>Bostjan says: Suarez</b></i></span></div>
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<p>It rarely happens that the player that scores the hat-trick doesn't win the Man of the Match award - and it was no different in this one as Suarez ran out a deserved winner. The only one with a possible shout at the award was Barcelona's main creator, Neymar, but he finished a distant second with 17%. Joining the two forwards on the podium was Busquets with 5% of the votes.</p>
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https://www.barcablaugranes.com/2015/10/27/9620256/la-liga-fc-barcelona-3-1-sd-eibar-player-ratingsBostjan CernensekSam CooperRenato Gonçalves2015-10-25T21:00:02+01:002015-10-25T21:00:02+01:00Barça 3-1 Eibar: Match Review
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<p>A review of Barça's win over Eibar courtesy of a hat trick from Luis Suárez.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">If there is ever a game that personifies Daivd vs Goliath, it's Barcelona vs Eibar. To put it into context, the population of Einar could fit into the Camp Nou. Four times. So when Sunday evening rolled around, almost everyone was expecting a mauling. Fans were chatting in their seats, players were hugging their wives and children and everyone was expectant of an easy win. Take the three points and thank you very much. Everyone expect the Eibar team.</p>
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<td>Possession</td>
<td>70%</td>
<td>30%</td>
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<td>Total Shots</td>
<td>14</td>
<td>7</td>
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<td>Shots on Target</td>
<td>5</td>
<td>5</td>
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<td>Corners</td>
<td>6</td>
<td>2</td>
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<td>Fouls</td>
<td>14</td>
<td>18</td>
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<td>Offsides</td>
<td>3</td>
<td>3</td>
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<td>3</td>
<td>5</td>
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<td>1</td>
<td>0</td>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">It was the away team who started the brightest. Refusing to adopt the tactic taken by almost all teams who visit the Camp Nou of sitting deep and limiting <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.barcablaugranes.com/">Barcelona's</a> chances. No, José Luis Mendilibar's men wanted to attack by looking to get forward and using their pace to hurt Barcelona and it took just ten minutes for them to get their first ever goal at Barça.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The defence of Barcelona has been a much talked about subject this season due to it's porousness. Teams know that they can get a goal and will look to put the back four under pressure. The goal Barcelona did concede, typified their ongoing problems. Defensive error after defensive error led to Eibar going in front.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span>Marc Bartra</span> lost the ball upfield which meant he was out of position as Eibar broke. Keko got a tame shot away and Cluadio Bravo should've done better in his save. Yes he kept it out but he palmed into the path of Borja Bastón who calmly slotted into an empty net. Eibar took the lead and Barcelona's run without a league clean sheet stretched to seven.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The fans were audibly shocked by the goal and a slight air of nervousness floated around the ground. <span>Luis Enrique</span> was barking orders on the touchline, looking to rally his troops and get back into this game.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The home team were growing into the game. A Neymar corner was headed wide by Bartra and <span>Sergio Busquets</span> was consistently picking the ball up in midfield and looking to create danger. It was through Busi that Barcelona eventually got the equaliser.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">With Javier Mascherano also in midfield, Busquets was pushed forward into a Xavi-like role. He was performing this role well with his great passing and just after 20 minutes, Busquets dinked a beautifully weighted pall into the path of Sandro. The youngster, who has struggled so far this season, got off a great cross on the stretched volley. The ball flew past the keeper and both Neymar and Luis Suárez were waiting to pounce. It was the latter who powered the header into the open goal to celebrate his year anniversary at the club with a goal.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Not content with just being on level terms, Barcelona continued to probe for the goal that would take them ahead. Busquets was having more and more influence on the play and he again found Sandro but this time the forward couldn't convert the opportunity.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Despite Barcelona's goal, Eibar weren't dead and buried. Again, a Barcelona defender, <span>Dani Alves</span>, lost possession and Eibar quickly got the ball towards goal. Keko went round Bravo but couldn't quite get it on target from a tight angle.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The sides did go in at half time level with the visitors the happier of the two teams.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">That happiness was short lived though as just three minutes after the interval, Barcelona got their second. Neymar won the ball back high up the field and dribbled his way into the box. He slid the ball into the path of Suárez who took a touch then buried it into the bottom left corner for his and Barça's second.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">With Barcelona ahead and a midweek game on the horizon, Enrique elected to rest some legs just before the hour mark. Both Bartra and Sandro left the field to be replaced by Jeremy Mathieu and Munir.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">With that midweek game in mind and having played last midweek, the tempo dropped as Barcelona slipped into a natural passing game. Both teams were still creating chances but neither had any real sight of goal for a the majority of the second half.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The clock was running down but there was still just a goal in it and it was far from over. Barcelona's worries only increased as they were reduced to ten men on the 84th minute. Now if you're going to get sent off, make it something worthwhile. Say a last man tackle that prevents them from scoring not, as Mascherano did, for muttering something under your breath to the referee. The official wasn't having any of it and quickly sent the Argentine down the tunnel.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The final minutes were going to be very tense but Suárez again dug Barcelona out of a hole. Similar to Neymar last week, Suárez's individual brilliance won this game and on the 85th minute he got his hat-trick. Neymar found Suárez who chested the ball down before rifling the ball past Asier Riesgo.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The game was won and Barcelona saw out the final minutes with a score of 3-1. They secured the three points but Enrique won't be happy with the difficulty they had in a game many expected them to walk away with.</p>
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https://www.barcablaugranes.com/2015/10/25/9611400/fc-barcelona-3-1-sd-eibar-match-reviewSam Cooper2015-10-25T20:08:12+01:002015-10-25T20:08:12+01:00Suarez show steals the win for the Blaugrana
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<p style="text-align: justify;" class="MsoNormal"><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.barcablaugranes.com/">Barcelona</a> survived a shaky start to come from behind and defeat SD Eibar at the Camp Nou on Sunday evening, as a hat-trick from Luis Suarez secured all three points for <span>Luis Enrique</span>’s side. Borja Baston’s sixth goal of the season had given the visitors a surprise early lead, but Barça fought back and Suarez’ clinical finishing proved to be the difference, enabling the Catalans to draw level with <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.managingmadrid.com/">Real Madrid</a> at the top of La Liga.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" class="MsoNormal"><b>FIRST HALF</b></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" class="MsoNormal">In what is fast becoming the most alarming trend of the season, Barcelona started the match slowly and once again fell behind to their visitors. This time, the blame lies squarely on the defense and <span>Javier Mascherano</span> in particular, as his lapse in concentration allowed Eibar a clear chance at goal. While Keko’s initial effort was parried by <span>Claudio Bravo</span>, the Chilean could do nothing to bail out his teammates with Borja Baston’s follow-up effort. With 10 minutes on the clock, Barça were behind.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" class="MsoNormal">A surprisingly large crowd at the Camp Nou was a little stunned by that opening goal, so it was a good thing that our stand-in captain, <span>Sergio Busquets</span>, took it upon himself to turn things around about ten minutes later. Excelling in a new advanced midfield role, Busquets split the Eibar defense to feed Sandro, who in turn cushioned a selfless pass across goal for Suarez to head home an equaliser. It was a rare glimmer of hope in an otherwise drab opening period from the Blaugrana.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" class="MsoNormal"><b>SECOND HALF</b></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" class="MsoNormal">Fortunately, Luis Enrique recognised just how poor that opening 45 minutes had been, and proceeded to give his players an earful at half-time. At least, that’s how I imagine it went, as Barça came out firing from the get-go in the second period. Neymar’s dazzling footwork robbed the ball from Eibar and set up Suarez for the go-ahead goal within minutes of the restart.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" class="MsoNormal">More chances followed, particularly late on as the referee grew tired of Eibar’s rather physical approach, but Barça struggled to find that insurance goal. A late sending-off for Javier Mascherano (swearing at the referee) only added to the nerves at the Camp Nou, but Suarez struck again just moments later off a sublime pass from Neymar to wrap up the win.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" class="MsoNormal">Not great, but good enough and that’s all that matters.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" class="MsoNormal"><b>Barcelona:</b> Bravo; Alves, Piqué, Bartra (Mathieu), Alba; Mascherano, Rakitic, Busquets; Sandro (Munir), Suárez, Neymar</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" class="MsoNormal">Goals: <i>Suárez (21', 49’, 85’)</i></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" class="MsoNormal"><b>Rayo:</b> Riesgo; Capa, Pantic, dos Santos, Junca; Escalante, Garcia (Silvestre); Inui (Saul), Keko, Verdi (Enrich); Borja Baston</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" class="MsoNormal">Goals: <i>Borja Baston (10’)</i></p>
https://www.barcablaugranes.com/2015/10/25/9611342/barcelona-vs-eibar-2015-la-liga-final-score-instant-recapArron Duckling2015-10-25T20:06:12+01:002015-10-25T20:06:12+01:00Watch: Suarez completes his hat trick
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<p>One...Two...Three! Luis Suarez has completed his hat trick and guaranteed his side three points all in one fell swoop. A finish of the highest order from one of, if not the best strikers in the world. Suarez collected a chip over the top of the Eibar back line with a great chested down touch, cut inside his marker, and stroked a finish perfected inside the near post to finish off the match. Watch a clip of the goal below.</p>
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<p lang="pt" dir="ltr">Gol de Suarez tras otra asistencia de Neymar <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/fcblive?src=hash">#fcblive</a> <a href="https://t.co/paNMKrC38S">pic.twitter.com/paNMKrC38S</a></p>— FC<a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.barcablaugranes.com/">Barcelona</a> Live (@Vida_Blaugrana) <a href="https://twitter.com/Vida_Blaugrana/status/658357956849868801">October 25, 2015</a>
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<p>If you're at work or just busy and cannot watch the match, we'll be posting every Barcelona goal scored today. Also, be sure to follow our Twitter account by <a href="https://twitter.com/BarcaBlaugranes">clicking right here</a> to get updates on the match as it happens. Or if you're not on Twitter and are more of a Facebook person, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BarcaBlaugranesSBN">LIKE US</a>! And as always stay tuned to the site for all your post-match coverage including reaction, analysis, and player ratings.</p>
https://www.barcablaugranes.com/2015/10/25/9611356/watch-luis-suarez-completes-his-hat-trick-with-a-world-class-finishRob Usry2015-10-25T19:28:37+01:002015-10-25T19:28:37+01:00Watch: Suarez notches his brace
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<p>Luis Suarez has his second goal of the match against Eibar. Neymar received the ball on the left wing and cut inside with some nifty dribbling. His pass found the Uruguayan in the box, he opened his hips and blasted a low and accurate shot into the back of the next to put <a href="https://www.barcablaugranes.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Barcelona</a> in front just after the halftime break. Watch a clip of the goal below.</p>
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https://www.barcablaugranes.com/2015/10/25/9611130/luis-suarez-goal-brace-eibar-barcelona-la-liga-highlightsRob Usry2015-10-25T18:46:58+01:002015-10-25T18:46:58+01:00Watch: Suarez finishes off great team goal
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<p>After Eibar pulled in front early, <a href="https://www.barcablaugranes.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Barcelona</a> have equalized 20 minutes into the match through Luis Suarez. A beautiful team move resulted in a long ball over the top to Sandro, who laid a beautiful one-touch pass off the volley right to an open Suarez who headed in to bring the score level. A typically great team goal by Barcelona and hopefully the first of many today. Watch a clip of the goal below.</p>
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https://www.barcablaugranes.com/2015/10/25/9611040/watch-luis-suarez-finishes-off-a-great-team-goal-to-bring-barcelonaRob Usry2015-10-25T17:41:18+01:002015-10-25T17:41:18+01:00Barça vs Eibar: Lineups & Live Thread
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<p align="center">La Liga, Jornada 7<br>Camp Nou, <a href="https://www.barcablaugranes.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Barcelona</a>, Catalonia<br>Kickoff: 25 October 2015, 18:15 CET<br>Referee: Carlos Del Cerro Grande</p>
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<p align="justify">Starting lineups:</p>
<p align="justify">Barcelona (4-3-3): 13. <span>Claudio Bravo</span> | 6. <span>Dani Alves</span>, 3. Gerard Piqué, 15. Marc Bartra 18. <span>Jordi Alba</span> | 14. <span>Javier Mascherano</span>, 4. Ivan Rakitic, 5. <span>Sergio Busquets</span> | 19. Sandro Ramirez, 9. Luis Suárez, 11. Neymar</p>
<p align="justify">Substitutes: 1. Marc-Andre ter Stegen, 2. Douglas Pereira, 17. Munir El Haddadi, 21. Adriano Correia, 23. <span>Thomas Vermaelen</span>, 24. Jeremy Mathieu, 28. Gerard Gumbau</p>
<p align="justify">Coach: <span>Luis Enrique</span></p>
<p align="center">***</p>
<p align="justify">Eibar (4-2-3-1): 13. Asier Riesgo | 7. Ander Capa, 3. Aleksandar Pantic, 15. Mauro dos Santos, 17. David Junca | 5. Gonzalo Escalante, 14. Dani Garcia | 8. Takashi Inui, 20. Keko, 2. Simone Verdi | 18. Borja Baston</p>
<p align="justify">Substitutes: 1. Xabi Irureta, 16. Lillo, 23. Borja Ekiza, 6. Eddy Pascual, 21. Saul Berjon, 9. Sergi Enrich, 11. Izet Hajrovic</p>
<p align="justify">Coach: Jose Luis Mendilibar</p>
https://www.barcablaugranes.com/2015/10/25/9610756/barcelona-vs-eibar-2015-16-la-liga-confirmed-lineups-live-game-threadArron Duckling2015-10-25T14:25:16+01:002015-10-25T14:25:16+01:00Barcelona squad named for match against Eibar
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Another day, another FC <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.barcablaugranes.com/">Barcelona</a> match for us to enjoy; tonight the Blaugrana play host to SD Eibar at the Camp Nou as they look to draw level on points with eternal rivals, <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.managingmadrid.com/">Real Madrid</a>. Los Blancos were expected to have a difficult time of things yesterday, when they travelled to Balaidos to take on second-place, <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/soccer/la-liga/teams/celta-vigo">Celta Vigo</a>; however, an early goal from <span>Cristiano Ronaldo</span> sent them on their way and Rafa Benitez' side picked up a relatively easy 1-3 win.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">It was an ominous result if you're a Culé; I mean, we travelled to Balaidos and got our asses handed to us; Real Madrid turn up and pick up a pretty straight-forward win. Alas, we always knew that Real Madrid were going to be strong against most sides in La Liga; it's in the big matches, like versus Atletico and against us that they struggle. We'll just have to make them pay then -- but in order for that to matter, we have to remain level, firstly by beating Eibar.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span>Luis Enrique</span> has named a strong squad for tonight's match; <span>Sergi Roberto</span> drops out through injury, while unfortunately Andres Iniesta does not make his return. I guess we'll have to wait until next weekend for that one.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;"><b> Goalkeepers:</b> 1. Marc-André ter Stegen, 13. <span>Claudio Bravo</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><b>Defenders:</b> 2. Douglas Pereira, 3. Gerard Piqué, 6. <span>Dani Alves</span>, 14. <span>Javier Mascherano</span>, 15. <span>Marc Bartra</span>, 18. <span>Jordi Alba</span>, 21. Adriano Correia, 23. <span>Thomas Vermaelen</span>, 24. Jérémy Mathieu</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><b>Midfielders:</b> 4. Ivan Rakitic, 5. <span>Sergio Busquets</span>, 28. Gerard Gumbau</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><b>Forwards:</b> 9. Luis Suárez, 11. Neymar Jr., 17. Munir El-Haddadi, 19. Sandro Ramírez</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;"><b>Projected Starting Lineup (4-3-3): </b></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><b></b>Bravo | Alves, Pique, Mathieu, Alba | Mascherano, Rakitic, Busquets | Munir, Suárez, Neymar</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><b>Bench: </b>ter Stegen, Bartra, Vermaelen, Adriano, Douglas, Gumbau, Sandro</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The match is tonight, at 18:15 CET, and you can joins us to follow and comment all the action.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><b> VISCA EL BARÇA!</b></p>
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