FC Barcelona faces PSG in a crucial duel for their European aspirations. However, the Barça team comes to the match with several sanctions that will condition the lineup presented by Xavi Hernández. Christensen, Sergi Roberto, Gavi and Balde are just some of the players who will not be available for the culé coach.
BY: TER STEGEN – The German goalkeeper is now back with the team and is being one of the best players in this second half of the season. Guardian.
LD: KOUNDÉ – A permanent fixture for Xavi, and even more so with all the injuries in the team. The Spanish coach also does not have the squad to try rotations, much less at such important moments of the season as this one. And after the last tie, defense becomes essential again. In the first leg he dried up Mbappé.
DFC: RONALD ARAÚJO– The Uruguayan once again has a place in Xavi Hernández's eleven after having performed at a high level. He is the undisputed leader of the Blaugrana defense.
DFC: PAU CUBARSI – Cubarsí has emerged as a fundamental pillar in Barcelona's defensive backline. His ability to anticipate the opponent's movements and his dueling skills make him a reliable defender for the team.
LI: JOAO CANCELO – The Portuguese left back is a recent addition to the team and has impressed with his ability to go forward and defend with determination. His speed and ability to cross the ball are valuable assets for Barcelona.
MC: ILKAY GUNDOGAN – The German midfielder brings experience and class to Barcelona's midfield. His ability to distribute the ball and his accuracy on long-range shots can be dangerous for any opponent.
MC: FRENKIE DE JONG– the Dutchman has become an exceptional player. In the first leg, his presence from the start was key for Barça to complete such a high-level match.
MC: PEDRI – The losses of Christensen and Sergi Roberto return the Canary Islands to ownership. In the first leg he assisted Raphinha in the tying goal with a masterful pass at the level of very few geniuses.
EI: RAPHINHA – The Brazilian is being one of the best options up the left. He was crowned the best in the first leg with a double that gave the culés the victory. He is in his best moment since he arrived at Barça.
ED: LAMINE YAMAL – His speed and dribbling can unbalance rival defenses, and he is expected to provide his spark to the attack. Raphinha is not at his best level, especially in front of goal, and although he scores a lot, he does not do it as much as he should, and the young Spanish player is at a world-class level.
DC: LEWANDOWSKI– He's having a great time. The Pole must increase his records if he wants to be the culé star again.
This is how the FC Barcelona lineup would look (4-3-3)
Goalie: Ter Stegen
Defenses: Koundé, Cubarsi, Araújo, Joao Cancelo
Midfielders: Pedri, De Jong, Gundogan
Forwards: Lamine Yamal, Lewandowski, Raphinha
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