How to watch today's Barcelona vs Alaves La Liga game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

Barcelona will continue their chase of La Liga frontrunners Real Madrid on Sunday afternoon when they host struggling Alaves at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys in a clash they simply cannot afford to slip up in.

Playing in front of their home crowd, Hansi Flick's men will be brimming with confidence, especially after a commanding victory over Valencia in their last league outing. Given their current form, this fixture presents an ideal opportunity for Barça to tighten their grip on the title race and keep Real Madrid within striking distance.

On the other hand, Alaves are battling to steer clear of the relegation zone and will be desperate to cause an upset. However, with Barcelona hitting their stride, the visitors face an uphill battle. An unlikely shock is possible, but it would require an inspired tactical masterclass from Alaves to pull it off.

Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.

How to watch Barcelona vs Deportivo Alaves online - TV channels & live streams

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In the United States (US), the match between Barcelona and Deportivo Alaves will be available to watch and stream online live through Fubo (sign up for the free 7-day trial), ESPN+, DirecTV Stream and ESPN Deportes.

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Barcelona vs Deportivo Alaves kick-off time

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Estadio Olimpico Lluis Companys

The match between Barcelona and Deportivo Alaves will be played at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Barcelona, Spain.

It will kick off at 8:00 am ET/5:00 am PT on Sunday, February 2, in the US.

Team news & squads

Barcelona vs Deportivo Alaves lineups

Barcelona

4-3-3

Formation

4-4-2

ALA

25

W. Szczesny

2

P. Cubarsi

3

A. Balde

23

J. Kounde

4

C

R. Araujo

6

Gavi

8

Pedri

17

M. Casado

11

Raphinha

19

L. Yamal

9

R. Lewandowski

13

J. Owono

22

M. Diarra

14

N. Tenaglia

12

S. Mourino

3

M. Sanchez

6

C

A. Guevara

10

T. Conechny

8

A. Blanco

7

C. Vicente

17

K. Garcia

18

J. Guridi

4-4-2

ALA

BAR

-Line up

• 25

  W. Szczesny

• 2

  P. Cubarsi

• 3

  A. Balde

  83’

• 23

  J. Kounde

• 4

  R. Araujo (C)

  34’

  46’

• 6

  Gavi

  7’

  14’

• 8

  Pedri

• 17

  M. Casado

  46’

• 11

  Raphinha

  67’

  67’

• 19

  L. Yamal

  89’

• 9

  R. Lewandowski

  61’

  90’ + 1’

Substitutes

• 21

  F. de Jong

  46’

• 10

  A. Fati

• 35

  G. Martin

  83’

• 14

  P. Torre

• 18

  P. Victor

  90’ + 1’

• 5

  I. Martinez

• 32

  H. Fort

• 31

  D. Kochen

• 24

  E. Garcia

  46’

• 13

  I. Pena

• 7

  F. Torres

  67’

• 16

  F. Lopez

  14’

  89’

Manager

• Hans-Dieter Flick

ALA

-Line up

• 13

  J. Owono

• 22

  M. Diarra

• 14

  N. Tenaglia

  55’

• 12

  S. Mourino

• 3

  M. Sanchez

• 6

  A. Guevara (C)

  90’ + 1’

• 10

  T. Conechny

  14’

• 8

  A. Blanco

• 7

  C. Vicente

  76’

• 17

  K. Garcia

• 18

  J. Guridi

  76’

Substitutes

• 11

  A. Martinez

  76’

• 9

  A. Villalibre

  90’ + 1’

• 2

  F. Garces

• 23

  C. Protesoni

  65’

• 19

  P. Cabanes

• 4

  A. Sedlar

• 36

  A. Pica

• 15

  C. Martin

  14’

• 16

  H. Novoa

  76’

• 31

  A. Rodriguez

Manager

• Eduardo Coudet

Barcelona team news

Iñigo Martínez, sidelined since early January with a muscular issue, is nearing full fitness and has an outside chance of making the squad for this clash.

Meanwhile, Dani Olmo is expected to sit out once again, with a potential return on the cards for next week's Copa del Rey showdown against Valencia.

Both Marc Bernal and Marc-André ter Stegen remain long-term absentees due to serious knee injuries, while Andreas Christensen is ruled out with a muscular setback. However, Barcelona emerged from their Champions League battle with Atalanta without any fresh injury concerns.

Wojciech Szczęsny is set to retain his place between the sticks, but Pau Cubarsi and Marc Casado are likely to be recalled, with Flick expected to rotate in midfield and defense.

Deportivo Alaves team news

As for Alaves, Antonio Blanco is back in contention after serving a suspension, though they will be without Antonio Sivera, who remains sidelined with a hand injury. Abdel Abqar is also unavailable due to suspension following his yellow card against Celta Vigo.

In his absence, Santiago Mourino is the frontrunner to step into the heart of the defense, with the 22-year-old expected to slot in for Abqar.

Beyond that, Alaves are unlikely to make any major tweaks to their lineup, meaning Kike García—who has found the net nine times in La Liga this season—will once again spearhead the attack as he looks to add to his impressive tally.

Form

Head-to-Head Record

BAR

Last 5 matches

ALA

4

Wins

1

Draw

0

Wins

• Deportivo Alaves

  0

  -

  3

  Barcelona

• Deportivo Alaves

  1

  -

  3

  Barcelona

• Barcelona

  2

  -

  1

  Deportivo Alaves

• Deportivo Alaves

  0

  -

  1

  Barcelona

• Barcelona

  1

  -

  1

  Deportivo Alaves

10

Goals scored

3

Games over 2.5 goals

3/5

Both teams scored

3/5

Standings

Useful links

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