Valencia vs Barcelona: Match Time, Lineups, Score and How to Watch in Canada and the U.S.

Valencia vs Barcelona is scheduled for Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 10:15 a.m. Eastern, 9:15 a.m. Central, 8:15 a.m. Mountain and 7:15 a.m. Pacific.
Barcelona starts Rodri for the first time in LaLiga, while Lamine Yamal is also in the starting XI after a minor training concern.
Viewers in Canada can use TSN, TSN+ or RDS, while the U.S. broadcast is on ESPN platforms, including ESPN+ and ESPN Deportes for Spanish coverage.

Valencia vs Barcelona: match time and current score

Valencia hosts Barcelona at Mestalla on Sunday, September 6, 2026, in Matchday 4 of the 2026-27 LaLiga season.

The scheduled kickoff is 4:15 p.m. Central European Summer Time, which works out to the following North American times:

Location	Kickoff
Eastern Time	10:15 a.m.
Central Time	9:15 a.m.
Mountain Time	8:15 a.m.
Pacific Time	7:15 a.m.
Vancouver	7:15 a.m.
Montreal and Toronto	10:15 a.m.

Score status: The match is scheduled to begin at 10:15 a.m. ET. Before kickoff, the score is listed as Valencia 0, Barcelona 0. Once the game starts, the score and match events will update through the official LaLiga and club match centers.

Confirmed lineups

Barcelona has made one of the most closely watched changes of the day: Rodri starts in midfield for the first time in LaLiga since joining the club. Lamine Yamal is also in the starting lineup after missing part of Barcelona’s final training session with what had been described as a minor knock.

Valencia starting XI

Dimitrievski; Maffeo, Arnau Martínez, Pepelu, Diakhaby, Jesús Vázquez; Otorbi, Aliou Dieng, Ugrinic; Javi Guerra and Danjuma.

Barcelona starting XI

Joan García; Eric García, Pau Cubarsí, Gerard Martín, Xavi Espart; Rodri and Pedri; Lamine Yamal, Fermín López, Anthony Gordon and Raphinha.

Barcelona’s lineup suggests a flexible midfield shape, with Rodri providing the deeper presence and Pedri operating ahead of him. The front four should give Hansi Flick plenty of movement, with Yamal and Raphinha supplying width and Gordon offering another direct attacking option.

For Valencia, the main challenge will be containing Barcelona’s wide players while finding enough service for Danjuma and Javi Guerra. The home side entered the match with one point from its first three league games, while Barcelona had a perfect nine points and 12 goals from its opening three matches.

What to know before kickoff

This is Barcelona’s final scheduled visit to the current Mestalla before Valencia moves to its new stadium next season, adding some extra significance to an already important league fixture.

Barcelona also has a chance to move clear at the top of the table. The club began the day level on points with Real Madrid, but Madrid’s result against Real Betis created an opportunity for Barça to take sole possession of first place with a win.

The recent head-to-head record favors Barcelona, although Valencia won the most recent meeting at Mestalla, a 3-1 result on May 23, 2026. That defeat ended a strong Barcelona run in this fixture, so the visitors will be looking to avoid another uncomfortable afternoon in Valencia.

How to watch Valencia vs Barcelona in Canada

Canadian viewers can watch the match through the country’s LaLiga rights holders:

English: TSN and TSN+.
French: RDS and RDS platforms.

Best streaming option: TSN+ is the most direct choice for viewers who want to watch online without relying on a specific cable channel. TSN’s television distribution can vary by provider and region, while RDS carries French-language coverage where available.

Open the TSN app or TSN+ website before kickoff, sign in with an eligible subscription or TV-provider credentials, and search for Valencia vs Barcelona under the soccer or LaLiga listings. If you prefer French commentary, use the RDS app or RDS digital service.

There is no indication that the match is being offered as a free national broadcast in Canada. A subscription or qualifying television package is generally required.

How to watch Valencia vs Barcelona in the United States

U.S. viewers can follow the match on ESPN’s soccer coverage:

English and general ESPN coverage: ESPN platforms.
Streaming: ESPN+ where included in the day’s LaLiga schedule.
Spanish: ESPN Deportes and ESPN digital platforms.

To watch online, open the ESPN app or Watch ESPN, sign in through a participating TV provider or eligible subscription, and search for the live LaLiga schedule. ESPN Deportes is the option to look for if you want Spanish-language commentary.

The match begins at 10:15 a.m. ET in the United States. That is 7:15 a.m. on the West Coast, 8:15 a.m. in the Mountain time zone and 9:15 a.m. in the Central time zone.

Live score, updates and highlights

If you cannot watch the full match, the official Barcelona app and website provide minute-by-minute coverage, while LaLiga’s match center carries live events, lineups and statistics.

For a quick check, look for:

Live score and goal updates.
Confirmed substitutions and cards.
Possession, shots and other match statistics.
Post-match highlights and player ratings when available.

Because the fixture takes place on September 6, 2026, pre-match listings showing 0-0 should not be mistaken for a final result. The 0-0 score is the scheduled or pre-kickoff status unless the game has already started in your time zone.

Helpful Links

FC Barcelona international viewing guide – Verify kickoff times and listed broadcasters for Canada, the United States and other regions.
FC Barcelona official match center – Follow the official live score, match timeline, statistics and team information.
LaLiga official match page – Check the official fixture time, standings, lineups and live match data.
LaLiga international broadcaster information – Review the league's current broadcaster information by country.
ESPN Watch – Find available U.S. ESPN, ESPN+ and ESPN Deportes soccer streams.
TSN – Access Canadian TSN programming and find the match on TSN or TSN+.
RDS – Find French-language Canadian coverage and RDS streaming options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What time is Valencia vs Barcelona in Canada?

A. The match starts at 10:15 a.m. Eastern Time on Sunday, September 6, 2026. It begins at 9:15 a.m. Central, 8:15 a.m. Mountain and 7:15 a.m. Pacific.

Q. Is Lamine Yamal playing against Valencia?

A. Yes. Lamine Yamal is included in Barcelona's confirmed starting lineup after a minor training concern.

Q. Is Rodri starting for Barcelona?

A. Yes. Rodri starts in midfield alongside Pedri. It is his first LaLiga start for Barcelona.

Q. Where can I watch Valencia vs Barcelona in the U.S. without cable?

A. Use ESPN's streaming options, including ESPN+ where the match is listed, or ESPN's authenticated digital platforms. Spanish-language viewers should look for ESPN Deportes.

Q. Is Valencia vs Barcelona free to watch in Canada or the U.S.?

A. A free national broadcast has not been announced for either country. Canadian viewers generally need TSN, TSN+ or RDS access, while U.S. viewers need an eligible ESPN platform or subscription.