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5 Bold Predictions For Barcelona vs. Levante In La Liga Week 23

5 Bold Predictions For Barcelona vs. Levante In La Liga Week 23

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Barcelona have been one of the hottest teams in Europe recently. The Catalan squad has been on fire in front of goal, scoring 14 times in three La Liga games. Meanwhile, Levante are coming off a four-goal outburst against Malaga and will need to continue this scoring form if they want to compete against Barca.

5. Luis Suarez Extends Scoring Streak To 2 Games

Luis Suarez
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5. Luis Suarez Extends Scoring Streak To 2 Games

Luis Suarez
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Luis Suarez has been the subject of harsh criticism since his arrival at Barcelona. The striker has failed to score goals at the rate he is accustomed to. However, the Uruguayan ended his scoreless drought with a goal against Athletic Bilbao. Look for a confident Suarez to find the back of the net against Levante.

4. Bryan Ruiz Makes His Levante Debut

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4. Bryan Ruiz Makes His Levante Debut

Bryan Ruiz
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Levante are coming off a four-goal performance against Malaga, but in the three games prior, they failed to find the back of the net. The addition of Bryan Ruiz will add experience to the midfield and a much-needed threat in the attack.

3. Neymar Fails To Score A Goal

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3. Neymar Fails To Score A Goal

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Neymar has been in unbelievable form recently. The Brazilian has scored an astounding eight goals in his last five games, but that scoring streak will come to an end against a solid Levante defense.

2. David Barral Struggles Following His Hat-Trick

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2. David Barral Struggles Following His Hat-Trick

David Barral
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Levante have struggled to consistently score goals, but David Barral scored a hat-trick against Malaga in his last La Liga game. Unfortunately, this was not a sign of things to come. Barral will be kept off the scoresheet against Barcelona.

1. Lionel Messi Gets A Hat-Trick

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1. Lionel Messi Gets A Hat-Trick

Lionel Messi
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Lionel Messi has only scored two goals in his last four games. For most players, this is a solid scoring rate; for Messi, this is a disappointing run of games. Look for Messi to take over the scoring responsibilities, hitting the back of the net three times en route to a convincing victory for his team.

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