Barcelona vs Elche Prediction: Where and How to Watch the LaLiga Showdown

Barcelona host Elche at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys this Sunday, November 2, for a key LaLiga Matchday 11 encounter. Kickoff is set for 6:30 p.m. local time in Barcelona (1:30 p.m. ET / 10:30 a.m. PT). Fans around the world are eager to see how Hansi Flick’s side responds after their El Clásico defeat against Real Madrid.

The match serves as the final fixture before the international break, and Barcelona are under pressure to deliver a confident performance. Meanwhile, Elche — led by former Blaugrana assistant Eder Sarabia — have proven competitive since returning to the top flight.

Barcelona vs Elche International Broadcast and Streaming Guide

According to FC Barcelona’s official viewing guide, the game will be broadcast globally across several major networks. Here’s how fans can tune in from around the world:

United States and Canada: ESPN will air the game live across the U.S. and Puerto Rico (Los Angeles 9:30 a.m., New York 12:30 p.m., Vancouver 9:30 a.m., Montreal 12:30 p.m.). In Canada, the match will also be available on TSN (English) and RDS (French).

Latin America: In Mexico (11:30 a.m.), the game airs on Sky, Canal5, and Izzi. Central American fans can watch via Sky (Costa Rica 11:30 a.m., Panama 12:30 p.m.), while ESPN and Disney cover Spanish-speaking South America, including Colombia and Argentina.

Europe: The United Kingdom and Ireland can watch via Premier Sports at 5:30 p.m. Portugal’s DAZN and France’s Bein Sports will carry coverage at 6:30 p.m. Spain’s domestic coverage remains on Movistar, while DAZN also holds rights in Germany, Italy, and Belgium.

Asia: Broadcast partners include Fancode FC in India (11:00 p.m.), Begin in Bangladesh (11:30 p.m.), Bein in the Arab region (8:30 p.m. Mecca), and DAZN in Taiwan and Japan (1:30 a.m. Monday). Fans in South Korea can stream via Coupang at 2:30 a.m. local time.

Oceania and Africa: Bein Sports airs the match in Australia (Sydney 4:30 a.m. Monday), while Sub-Saharan Africa viewers can watch on SuperSport and Canal+ Sport. North African fans can follow on Bein Sports at 6:30 p.m. local time.

Fans unable to access television coverage can follow live commentary, analysis, and post-match reactions via FC Barcelona’s official website and Match Center.

Match Preview and Expert Predictions

Barcelona are expected to field a rotated lineup due to injuries. Raphinha and Pedri remain sidelined, and Robert Lewandowski may start from the bench. Ferran Torres, Fermin Lopez, and Lamine Yamal are likely to lead the attack, with De Jong marshalling the midfield.

Elche, unbeaten in three of their last five games, will rely on Rafa Mir and Nunez to pressure Barca’s defense. The visitors have been competitive on the road, often holding teams until late in the second half.

Predicted score: Barcelona 2–1 Elche. Experts expect both teams to score, with Fermin Lopez tipped as a strong candidate to find the net again after scoring four in his last two games.

Predicted Barcelona lineup: Szczesny, Kounde, Cubarsi, Garcia, Balde, Casado, De Jong, Rashford, Fermin, Yamal, Ferran Torres.

Predicted Elche lineup: Pena, Chust, Affengruber, Bigas, Valera, Febas, Aguado, Nunez, Rodriguez, Mir.

Betting tips: Both teams to score (-130), 1st Half – Tie or Elche (+450), Fermin Lopez to score anytime (+155).

Barcelona vs Elche prediction points toward a narrow home win, with the Catalans likely to edge past a spirited Elche side as they aim to regain momentum before the break.

FYI (keeping you in the loop)-

Q1: When is Barcelona vs Elche?

The game takes place on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. local time in Barcelona (1:30 p.m. ET).

Q2: Where can I watch Barcelona vs Elche live in the U.S.?

Fans in the U.S. can watch live on ESPN or stream via ESPN+ at 1:30 p.m. ET.

Q3: Who is expected to score in Barcelona vs Elche?

Fermin Lopez and Ferran Torres for Barcelona, and Rafa Mir for Elche are top scoring predictions.

Q4: What channel airs the match in the UK?

Premier Sports will broadcast the game live at 5:30 p.m. UK time.

Q5: What is the Barcelona vs Elche score prediction?

Barcelona 2-1 Elche, with both teams expected to score and Barcelona to pull ahead late.