La Liga Kick-Off: Valencia vs Barcelona - Team News and Line-Ups

The highly anticipated La Liga season opener between Valencia and Barcelona is set to kick off at 20:30 BST, with both teams unveiling their starting line-ups.

Valencia manager Ruben Baraja has opted for a mix of experience and youth in his starting XI. The experienced Georgia international Giorgi Mamardashvili will be between the sticks, with the likes of veteran defender Mouctar Diakhaby and midfielder Pepelu providing a solid core.

Valencia XI: Mamardashvili, Correia, Mosquera, Diakhaby, Vazquez, Mir, Pepelu, Lopez, Almeida, Duro, and Cavani.

Subs: Ozkacar, Guillamon, Dimitrievski, Tarrega, Gomez, Mari, Foulquier, Otorbi, Garralaga, Fauli, Latorre, Martin.

Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has made a bold statement by including the highly touted teenager Lamine Yamal in his starting XI. The 16-year-old, who has been tipped for greatness, will be looking to make an immediate impact alongside established stars like Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha.

Barcelona XI: Ter Stegen, Kounde, Cubarsi, Martinez, Balde, Raphinha, Bernal, Casado, Yamal, Lewandowski, and Torres.

Subs: Pedri, Sotorres, Torre, Christensen, Victor, Garcia, Astralaga, Valle, Fort, Martin, Dominguez.

The match promises to be a thrilling encounter with Valencia eager to make a statement on home turf, while Barcelona aim to start their title defence with a victory. With both managers making interesting selections, the battle lines are drawn, and the stage is set for an exciting clash of styles at the Mestalla.