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Barcelona supervisor Hansi Flick is grappling with a number of choice dilemmas as Barcelona put together to face Actual Sociedad, capping off an intense interval of back-to-back matches that the crew has thus far dealt with efficiently, securing a collection of wins.
Tonight’s recreation presents an opportunity for Barça to increase their streak to eight consecutive victories, however Flick should rigorously assess his lineup choices earlier than making closing selections, given a number of gamers’ unsure availability.
Certainly one of Flick’s principal issues is with younger defender Pau Cubarsi, who sustained a facial harm throughout the earlier match in Belgrade.
Though he participated in coaching on Saturday whereas carrying a protecting masks, Flick must determine whether or not the participant is match sufficient to function in tonight’s recreation. If Cubarsi is deemed unfit to start out, Sergi Dominguez is more likely to step in.
Alternatively, Flick may decide to deploy Hector Fort on the suitable, transferring Jules Kounde right into a central function, offering a versatile but robust defensive setup.
Two extra worries
Dani Olmo and Lamine Yamal are uncertain for the Actual Sociedad recreation. (Picture by PIERRE-PHILIPPE MARCOU/AFP by way of Getty Photos)
The midfield choice additionally stays in query, significantly on account of issues about Dani Olmo’s situation. Olmo missed Saturday’s coaching on account of a virus, although Flick hinted he may get better in time.
If he isn’t totally match, it is going to open up alternatives for both Fermin Lopez or Frenkie de Jong to affix the midfield. Ought to de Jong be chosen, Pedri could also be positioned barely increased up the sector, pairing in midfield with Marc Casado, who has been in wonderful kind.
Flick can also be considering adjustments in assault. Lamine Yamal, who has been spectacular this season, sat out the final coaching session on account of fatigue and is anticipated to start out from the bench.
Yamal performed a full 90 minutes in Belgrade, and Flick has indicated he could decide to present the rising star a well-deserved relaxation in tonight’s match.
As Flick works to finalise his choice, balancing participant restoration and readiness can be essential. His selections will considerably impression Barcelona’s efficiency as they appear to increase their profitable run, hoping to proceed their dominance in La Liga.
