With 30 points for Reus and 29 for the Barça reserve team, the match is a direct showdown between the second and third teams, both occupying play-off positions. A home victory would provide the red-and-blacks with a significant emotional boost and a comfortable points cushion. Reus is also seeking revenge after suffering a 4-2 defeat in the first leg earlier in the season.

The Reus squad faces a setback with the injury of midfielder Ramon Folch, who will be sidelined for four weeks due to a hamstring muscle problem sustained in the final match of 2025 against Torrent. Additionally, the club announced the departure of left-back Raúl Ronda on Saturday, who is moving to Atlético Monzón in search of more playing time.

Coach Marc Carrasco is expected to field the same starting eleven that secured a victory against Atlètic Lleida just a week ago. The team is likely to maintain its three-center-back defensive setup, featuring Ustrell as the main striker, supported by pure midfielders Xavi Jaime and Sandro Toscano. High fan turnout is anticipated, with over 2,500 tickets sold, hoping to exceed 3,000 spectators at the Estadi.