Spanish La Liga
2026-02-16 - Girona vs Barcelona
A Sports Betting Pick by Gladiator
Football: Spain: La Liga - Round 24
Estadio Municipal de Montilivi (Girona), Spain
Monday, 16th February 2026 - Kick Off 21:00 CET
Girona
Girona return home after a 1-1 draw with Sevilla, a result that extended their winless run to three league matches. They currently sit in mid-table, but the gap between them and the relegation zone is smaller than the distance to the European spots, which keeps the pressure on. Defensive issues remain a concern, with only a couple of teams conceding more goals than Girona so far this season.
Despite those problems, Montilivi has not been an easy place to visit. Girona have lost just once in their last eight home league games, showing resilience and organisation in front of their own supporters. They usually manage to find the net at home, but containing elite attacking sides has been a different challenge altogether.
Barcelona
Barcelona arrive wounded after a heavy 4-0 defeat to Atletico in the Copa del Rey, where they conceded four goals before half-time. It was a rare collapse under Hansi Flick, and the response in this derby will be crucial. In La Liga, however, the champions have been extremely consistent, winning 12 of their last 13 matches and maintaining a narrow lead at the top.
With Real Madrid close behind, there is no room for complacency. Barcelona have scored in 43 consecutive league matches and tend to start with intensity after setbacks. Even though their away form has shown minor vulnerability at times, their attacking depth and urgency in title-defining moments usually translate into fast starts.
Betting Verdict
Barcelona will be desperate to react after their Copa disappointment, and this derby presents the perfect opportunity to do so. Girona are competitive at home, but their defensive fragility against top sides is a concern. Expect Barcelona to press early, dominate possession, and try to settle the game before the break. Given the visitors’ need for a statement performance, backing them to lead at half-time and go on to win looks like the value angle.
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The Pick :
Girona 1-3 Barcelona
