He FC Barcelona there is a lot of play today in the Champions League. After the defeat on the first day against Monacothose of Hansi Flick They are obliged to add the three points against the Young Boys Swiss.
To do this, the German coach has decided forget about rotations and he will line up his theoretical gala team, despite the numerous casualties that affect the Barça team.
A Barcelona with casualties, but with permanent starters
The absences of key players such as Marc-André ter Stegen, Dani Olmo, Gavi, Christensen either Ronald Araujo complicate the picture, but Flick has been clear in his approach: no rest for important players.
In fact, after the rotations in the last League match against Osasuna, today players such as Lamine Yamal, Iñigo Martínez and Raphinhawho were substitutes in Pamplona. Furthermore, it is expected that Frenkie de Jong is available to play a few minutes after recovering from his injury, which will be an important boost for the culé midfield.
Possible lineup of Barça against Young Boys
The eleven expected for today’s match includes Iñaki Peña in goal, who will take over as starter for the third consecutive game due to Ter Stegen’s absence. In defense, Flick relies on the usual line of four with Koundéthe young Cubarsi, Iñigo Martínez and Bucketthe latter also rested the previous day.
In the center of the field, the youth player Marc Casado and Pedri They will form the backbone of the team, while up front, Pablo Torre He could be in charge of playing as a midfielder, supporting the scorer Robert Lewandowski.
In the bands, the talent of Lamine Yamal on the right and Raphinha On the left they will seek to generate constant danger. Another option would be to Raphinha play more focused and Ferran Torres He entered as a left winger, although Torres did not shine in his last appearance in Pamplona.
Barcelona’s probable lineup: Iñaki Peña; Koundé, Cubarsí, Iñigo Martínez, Balde; Casadó, Pedri; Lamine Yamal, Pablo Torre, Raphinha; Lewandowski.
Flick does not save anything for the key duel
The German coach has been very clear about the importance of this match and, although the Swiss of the Young Boys are considered a weaker rival, Flick does not underestimate anyone. “It is a young and motivated team, with good players and dangerous on the counterattack,” he warned in the previous press conference.
He Barça They need to win to avoid making it difficult to advance to the next rounds, and Flick is confident that this eleven can get the three points in Montjuïc.
Probable lineup for Young Boys, matchday 2, Champions League
The Swiss team is expected to start with these eleven players: Van Balmoos; Blum, Camara, Zoukrou, Hadjam; Monteiro; Niasse, Lauper, Colley; Ugrinic and Itten.