Barcelona and Atalanta face off in the final round of the Champions League league-phase stage, with both teams inside the coveted top eight spots.
For the Blaugrana, the pressure is off—they’ve already secured their place in the round of 16 after a thrilling 5-4 win against Benfica. That victory wasn’t without its share of drama, as VAR denied Benfica a late penalty just after Raphinha netted a stunning winner.
Now sitting second in the standings, the five-time champions will look to end the group stage on a high in front of their home crowd at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium.
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Atalanta, meanwhile, aren’t out of the woods just yet. The debutants have been a revelation, sitting in seventh with 14 points, but their position is far from secure. Only one point separates them from Aston Villa in ninth, meaning a draw might not be enough to guarantee their spot in the top eight.
Having lost just once in the group phase, Atalanta will need to summon their best to fend off the chasing pack and keep their dream run alive.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Barcelona vs. Atalanta live stream, TV channel
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What time does Barcelona vs. Atalanta kick off?
This Champions League clash takes place at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium in Barcelona, Spain and kicks off on Wednesday, January 29 at 9:00 p.m. local time.
Here’s how that time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Wed, Jan. 29 | 3:00 p.m. |
| Central Time | Wed, Jan. 29 | 2:00 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Wed, Jan. 29 | 1:00 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Wed, Jan. 29 | 12:00 p.m. |
Barcelona vs. Atalanta predicted lineups, team news
Barcelona will be without Dani Olmo, who is sidelined with a calf injury, adding to their growing list of absentees. First-choice goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen, along with defenders Iñigo Martínez and Marc Bernal, remain unavailable.
To add to their woes, Pedri is a doubt for the clash due to a gastrointestinal issue, leaving the team with key gaps to fill.
Barcelona predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Szczesny (GK) — Kounde, Araujo, Cubarsi, Balde — Casado, Pedri — Yamal, Gavi, Raphinha — Lewandowski.
Injuries: Olmo, ter Stegen, Martinez, Bernal
Suspensions: None
Atalanta could be without midfield anchor Marten de Roon, who is doubtful after suffering a head injury. Additionally, Odilon Kossounou and Gianluca Scamacca have been ruled out of this crucial fixture.
With absences in both defense and attack, Atalanta’s squad depth will be tested as they aim to solidify their position in the Champions League top eight.
Atalanta predicted XI (3-4-2-1, right to left): Carnesecchi (GK) — Toloi, Hien, Kolasinac — Bellanova, Pasalic, Ederson, Zappacosta — Samardzic, De Ketelaere — Retegui
Injuries: Kossounou, Scamacca
Suspensions: None
Barcelona vs. Atalanta Prediction
Barcelona’s attacking firepower makes them favorites against an impressive but inconsistent Atalanta side. With 26 goals in seven games, the hosts have the edge. Expect goals, but Barcelona’s quality should see them through.
- Prediction: Barcelona 3-1 Slovian Bratislava
Champions League fixture schedule this week
All times ET
Wednesday, January 29
- Aston Villa vs. Celtic (3:00 p.m.)
- Barcelona vs. Atalanta (3:00 p.m.)
- Bayer Leverkusen vs. Sparta Prague (3:00 p.m.)
- Bayern Munich vs. Slovan Bratislava (3:00 p.m.)
- Borussia Dortmund vs. Shakhtar Donetsk (3:00 p.m.)
- Brest vs. Real Madrid (3:00 p.m.)
- Dinamo Zagreb vs. AC Milan (3:00 p.m.)
- Girona vs. Arsenal (3:00 p.m.)
- Inter Milan vs. Monaco (3:00 p.m.)
- Juventus vs. Benfica (3:00 p.m.)
- Lille vs. Feyenoord (3:00 p.m.)
- Manchester City vs. Club Brugge (3:00 p.m.)
- PSV vs. Liverpool (3:00 p.m.)
- Red Bull Salzburg vs. Atlético Madrid (3:00 p.m.)
- Sporting CP vs. Bologna (3:00 p.m.)
- Sturm Graz vs. RB Leipzig (3:00 p.m.)
- Stuttgart vs. PSG (3:00 p.m.)
- Young Boys vs. Red Star Belgrade (3:00 p.m.)