Official: Barcelona starting lineup against Atletico Madrid – Gavi in; Not De Jong, Rashford

With the percentages against them, FC Barcelona shall be gunning for a comeback as they tackle Atletico Madrid within the UEFA Champions League.

The Catalans suffered a 0-2 loss at house within the first leg of their quarter-final tie, leaving them with every little thing to do within the second leg tonight on the Riyadh Air Metropolitano.

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And, with kick-off just a little over an hour away, supervisor Hansi Flick has introduced the starting lineup that can take the sector against Diego Simeone’s facet.

Despite all of the chat surrounding the potential of Frenkie de Jong returning to the starting XI, Flick has determined to not rush the Dutchman.

Instead, it’s Gavi who begins in midfield as soon as once more, pairing up with shut pal Pedri.

Meanwhile, in assault, Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres each retain their locations after high shows over the weekend against RCD Espanyol.

Marcus Rashford, who was anticipated to begin on the left flank, has been overlooked as Flick has opted to go together with each Dani Olmo and Fermin Lopez, which means Barcelona can have 4 midfielders on the pitch.

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Moving to the line of defense, Eric Garcia replaces the suspended Pau Cubarsi at centre-back, after that includes in midfield previously few matches. Gerard Martin continues within the lineup after shaking off an damage scare from the weekend conflict.

Joao Cancelo returns at left-back, changing Alejandro Balde, whereas Jules Kounde begins on the suitable facet. Joan Garcia continues in purpose as common.