Barca Stocking Up For European Run
Even though World Cup betting is what’s big right now, the tournament in South Africa will have an effect on next year’s Champions League as some players will be aiming to land a new team. One of last year’s semifinalists has already made their move.
Barcelona decided it needed even more attacking options when they paid $48 million for striker David Villa, who finished fourth in La Liga with 21 goals, and he had 28 in all competitions for Valencia, where he spent five seasons. Villa averaged just under 26 goals a season while with Valencia, helping them win the Copa Del Rey in 2008, and he’s become a very important member of Spanish national team. Villa started their first match against Switzerland, although that didn’t go too well for Villa and his teammates. If it’s any consolation, he’ll be able to get used to some new teammates while playing for Spain: midfielders Andres Iniesta and Xavi, along with defenders Gerard Pique and Carlos Puyol, were also in the starting 11 for La Roja. All told, there are eight Barcelona players in South Africa right now, so Villa should get a headstart on playing with his new teammates.
This is sure to boost Barca’s Northbet chances in the Champions League as now, teams can’t afford to key on Lionel Messi, who led La Liga in goals scored with 34. This could end up being the most dangerous strike pairing in Europe, and you can expect to see Barca near the top of next year’s online betting odds for the Champions League.
