BARCELONA kick-off their Champions League group stage campaign with a home game against Hungarian side Ferencvaros.
Lionel Messi and Co will be hoping for a convincing win over the visitors as they look to banish memories of their embarrassing 8-2 quarter-final defeat to Bayern Munich in August.
Messi drew a blank as Barcelona crashed to a 1-0 defeat against Getafe last time outCredit: AFP OR LICENSORS
The visitors meanwhile were unbeaten in the qualifying stages and are appearing at this stage of the tournament for the first time since 1995/96.
When is Barcelona vs Ferencvaros?
- This Champions League group stage clash will be held on Tuesday, October 20.
- Kick-off at the Nou Camp is at 8pm BST.
- Sadly no fans will be in attendance.
What TV channel is Barcelona vs Ferencvaros on and can I live stream it?
- You can catch this game live on BT Sport ESPN.
- Coverage begins at 7.30pm.
- If you’re a BT Sport customer, download the BT Sport app to stream wherever you are.
- EE phone subscribers can also get a FREE three-month trial to BT Sport mobile, allowing them to watch all of the group stages without paying a penny.
- Simply text SPORT to 150 – you can cancel at any time.
What is the team news?
Both Marc-Andre ter Stegen and Jordi Alba are out for the hosts as they look to get back to winning ways.
Samuel Umtiti has an ongoing knee issue and is a huge doubt, while Ansu Fati and Philippe Coutinho could come back into the starting XI.
Despite El Clasico later in the week, Ronald Koeman is expected to field a strong side including Messi.
Former Liverpool goalkeeper Adam Bogdan looks set to be in the visitors squad, but Denes Dibusz will likely get the nod between the sticks.
Match odds
- Barcelona to win – 1/14
- Draw – 10/1
- Ferencvaros victory – 40/1
- Both teams to score – 6/4
*All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
