Barça: the group summoned for the Clasico

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By: Manu Tournoux

As part of the 11th day of La Liga, FC Barcelona welcomes Real Madrid for a shock at the top, this Saturday at 4:15 p.m. After seven victories in seven matches in all competitions in their lair, the Blaugranas – winners of Shakhtar Donetsk (2-1) thanks to two goals from Ferran Torres and Fermin Lopez in the middle of the week – could also take advantage of this duel to pass in front of their opponent of the day. For this meeting, the Catalan club has just communicated the group convened by Xavi.

Among the 23 players selected by the former Culers midfielder, we find in particular Robert Lewandowski, announced uncertain for several weeks for this shock. Also note the presence of Jules Koundé, Gavi, Joao Félix and even the young Lamine Yamal and Marc Guiu. On the other hand, Pedri and Frenkie de Jong will not be there. Now it’s time for the show and one thing is certain, if this Clasico should not constitute a turning point in terms of the title, this confrontation nevertheless remains an opportunity for the two Spanish leaders to strike a big blow and mark the spirits.

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