FC Barcelona vs Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv, EuroLeague Basketball, Today Match Prediction

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FC Barcelona

Barcelona suffered a disappointing 90–74 home defeat to AS Monaco in their Round 19 EuroLeague clash, struggling to match the physicality and execution of the visitors.

Dario Brizuela was the standout player, scoring 25 points and Miles Norris supported with 14 points. Other key players failed to step up and the team just lacked enough firepower.

Offensively, Barcelona shot 62.2% from the two point range and 83.3% from the free throw line, but struggled from the perimeter with just 22.2%. They also failed to control the boards 31-38, giving away second chance points and committed 10 crucial turnovers.

For Barcelona, the loss continued recent EuroLeague inconsistency, dropping them to 12-7. Overall, the team has been averaging 87.4 points per game, while dishing out 18.4 assists. Defensively, they manage to record 34.4 rebounds, 7.5 steals and 1.8 blocks per game.

Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv

Maccabi Tel Aviv endured a difficult night as they suffered a 95–71 loss to Bayern Munich in EuroLeague action, struggling to cope with the German side’s physicality and pace, which halted their five game winning streak.

O’Shae J’Brissett was the only player for Maccabi, who scored in double figures with 13 points. Other key players just failed to provide enough firepower.

Offensively, Maccabi just shot 53.6% from the two point range and 24% from the perimeter, compared to Bayern’s 66.7% from the two point range and 32% from deep. They also got outrebounded 35-30 on the boards and committed 17 turnovers, causing multiple momentum swings.

Overall, the team has been averaging 89.3 points per game, while dishing out 19.9 assists per game. Defensively, they manage to record 35.9 rebounds, 6.7 steals and 2.7 blocks per game in this EuroLeague season.

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FC Barcelona vs Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv Match Prediction & Analysis

Barcelona host Maccabi Tel Aviv on 7 January 2026 aiming to reassert control after recent setbacks. Barca’s stronger three point shooting, shooting depth and strong home form give them an edge, while Maccabi arrive searching for consistency after a heavy loss. Expect Barcelona to control tempo, with Maccabi needing a sharp defensive response to stay competitive.

Barcelona is currently 6th in the EuroLeague standings with a 12-7 record, while Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv is 14th in the standings with an 8-11 record. Barcelona has a 6-3 record while playing at home and Maccabi has 4-5 record while being on the road.

In the last five head-to-head matchups, Barcelona has managed to win all five games against Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv.

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FC BARCELONA vs MACCABI RAPYD TEL AVIV
Winning Prediction

Barcelona’s home-court advantage, deeper rotation, and superior offensive efficiency should be decisive. Maccabi’s recent defensive struggles make it hard to see them matching Barca over 40 minutes. Expect Barcelona to control the pace and pull away in the second half. We are backing Barcelona to win this matchup.

Barcelona to win and cover the spread (-6.5).

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