16 March 2016 at 19:45
Match Summary
Barcelona defeated Arsenal 3:1. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2015. Goals were scored by Neymar 18′, Mohamed El Nenny 51′, L. Suárez 65′, L. Messi 88′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Barcelona had 64% possession while Arsenal held 36%. Barcelona had 17 shots (8 on target) compared to 20 (3 on target) for Arsenal. Barcelona made 2 substitutions, Arsenal made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Barcelona and Arsenal — 4 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: L. Suárez
assist: A. Sánchez
assist: Dani Alves
Match Statistics
Barcelona had 64% possession against Arsenal's 36%. Barcelona registered 17 shots (8 on target) while Arsenal managed 20 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 7–8. Fouls committed: 0–0.
Lineups
Barcelona lined up in a — formation, while Arsenal deployed a —.
Defensive Solidity
Barcelona deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Arsenal's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Barcelona field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Arsenal's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Barcelona start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Arsenal averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Barcelona's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: M. ter Stegen (33), oldest: M. ter Stegen (33)), while Arsenal average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Barcelona have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeats. Arsenal show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Barcelona vs Arsenal Head to Head Results
Barcelona and Arsenal have met 2 times — Barcelona won 1, Arsenal won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (5 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–3 in 2023.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
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