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UEFA Champions LeagueUEFA Champions League· Kick-off : Wednesday, January 20, 2027, 20:00 (UK time)

Sporting CP vs Barcelona prediction: correct score and AI tips

Match analysis

Sporting CP take on Barcelona on Wednesday, January 20, 2027 at 20:00 (UK time), a UEFA Champions League fixture. The edge goes to Barcelona (59%), ahead of the draw (16%) and a Sporting CP win (25%).

Sporting CP are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (3 wins, 2 draws), scoring 12 and conceding 4. Barcelona are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (5 wins, 0 draws), scoring 24 and conceding 6. Recent momentum is clearly with Barcelona. On average Sporting CP score 2.40 and concede 0.80 goals per game; Barcelona score 4.80 and concede 1.20. In the table, Sporting CP sit 7th with 3 points from 1 games, Barcelona 3rd with 3 points from 1. The two teams are close in the standings. Over their recent games, Sporting CP have averaged 2.14 xG (expected goals) per match, against 3.33 for Barcelona.

Our data holds no recent head-to-head between Sporting CP and Barcelona: the prediction relies on each team's form and level. Barcelona: R. Bardghji, J. Garcia and F. de Jong. In double chance terms, "Sporting CP or draw" stands at 41%, "Barcelona or draw" at 75% and "no draw" at 84%.

Outcome probabilities (1X2)

25%
Sporting CP (Win)
16%
Draw
59%
Barcelona (Win)

Double chance

41%
Sporting CP or draw
75%
Barcelona or draw
84%
No draw

Exact score and goal markets 🔒

The most likely exact score, the top 5 scorelines, expected goals and the both-teams-to-score and over/under probabilities are part of the full prediction. They will be published here as a review once the match is over.

Recent form

Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.

Sporting CP

DateOpponentScore
Sep 19, 2026Arouca · Primeira Liga2-2D
Sep 13, 2026Famalicao · Primeira Liga1-1D
Sep 9, 2026Galatasaray · UEFA Champions League3-1W
Sep 5, 2026Nacional · Primeira Liga2-0W
Aug 28, 2026Rio Ave · Primeira Liga4-0W

Barcelona

DateOpponentScore
Sep 19, 2026Sevilla · La Liga3-1W
Sep 16, 2026Racing Santander · La Liga7-2W
Sep 13, 2026Levante · La Liga4-2W
Sep 9, 2026Feyenoord · UEFA Champions League5-1W
Sep 6, 2026Valencia · La Liga5-0W

Standings before the match

Pos.PointsPlayed
Sporting CP731
Barcelona331

Head-to-head

Our data holds no recent head-to-head between Sporting CP and Barcelona: the prediction relies on each team's form and level.

Out and doubtful

Sporting CP

No absences reported.

Barcelona

  • R. Bardghji (out)
  • J. Garcia (out)
  • F. de Jong (out)

Most regular starters

Sporting CP

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • I. Doumbia5/5
  • G. Catamo4/5
  • G. Inacio4/5
  • L. Suarez4/5
  • M. Araujo4/5
  • R. Silva4/5
  • R. Zalazar4/5
  • S. Altimira4/5
  • Z. Debast4/5
  • F. Goncalves3/5
  • I. Fresneda3/5

Barcelona

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • Lamine Yamal5/5
  • Pedri5/5
  • Raphinha5/5
  • Rodri5/5
  • J. Garcia4/5
  • A. Christensen3/5
  • A. Gordon3/5
  • E. Garcia3/5
  • G. Martin3/5
  • P. Cubarsi3/5
  • D. Olmo2/5

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Sporting CP vs Barcelona prediction?

Our AI gives Sporting CP a 25% chance of winning, the draw 16% and Barcelona 59%. Barcelona are therefore favourites.

When and where is Sporting CP vs Barcelona played?

Wednesday, January 20, 2027 at 20:00 (UK time), UEFA Champions League.

What form are Sporting CP and Barcelona in?

Sporting CP: 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (12 scored, 4 conceded). Barcelona: 5 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (24 scored, 6 conceded).

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