I'm sure there are quokkas with higher odds than Young Boys in this matchup. David von Ballmoos in goal for them hasn't exactly been a brick wall, and now he's up against a Barcelona squad that's like a runaway train — when it’s on track.
And then there are those unfortunate injuries. For Barcelona, their main man in the nets, Marc-André ter Stegen won't be doing his bit between the sticks. Interestingly, Marc was one of La Liga’s best goalkeepers last season. So, folks, we might be in for some slapstick keeper fun.
Allow me to draw your attention to Felip Ugrinić, one of Young Boys' top players. He's buzzing around like a jolted hornet but hasn’t found the back of the net yet. His accurate pass percentage is mesmerizing at 87.2%, but with Silvère Ganvoula’s 42.9%, it might just feel like sending love letters into the void. On the other hand, Barcelona’s top players, Marc Casadó and Lamine Yamal, are raring to go. Yamal, in case you missed it, already has a goal to his name.
Tournament records aren't painting a pretty picture either. Both squads have a stellar record of 0-0-1. Give it up, guys. You’re making my grandma's lawn bowling club look threatening. Young Boys, in particular, have had some lukewarm performances recently. I’m not saying it’s bad, but if this were a park league, they'd be lucky to get a free orange slice at halftime.
Oh, bother, let's cut the chit-chat. My guess on the outcome? Well, considering both the goalies and injured players situation, and despite Barcelona looking about as threatening as a poodle recently, they're still far more menacing than the Swiss lads. I’d say...
Albert’s Prediction: Barcelona by 2