FC Barcelona and Osasuna face each other this Thursday evening, in the semi-final of the Spanish Super Cup (7 p.m.). Here is the essential information about this meeting.
Who will join Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final? The prospect of seeing Barça face its biggest rival in yet another Clasico is obviously enticing. This will be the main issue in the second semi-final of this original format as a “Final Four” on another continent, in Saudi Arabia.
To face the Merengue, the Blaugrana will already have to get rid of Osasuna. A less sexy opponent on paper, but not to be underestimated. Especially since Barça has been particularly laborious for several months. “ We lack efficiency up front and solidity behind, recognized Ronald Araujo. These two points need to be corrected and we are working hard to achieve this. Last year we won titles thanks to our good defense. We have a great group and want to win this Spanish Super Cup.“
Vigilance is also required in Xavi’s speech. “Jagoba Arrasate is a great coach who reads the game well and prepares matches well. His team is intense and presses high, with danger coming on the wings. He is a solid opponent that we respect a lot. » The stage is set.
The expected compositions
FC Barcelona : Pena – Koundé, Araujo, Christensen, Balde – Roberto, De Jong, Gündogan – Raphinha, Torres, Lewandowski.
Osasuna : Herrera – Areso, D. Garcia, Catena, Pena – Moncayola, Torro, Oroz – Arnaiz, Gomez, Budimir.
Where to watch the game ?
This match between FC Barcelona and Osasuna will be broadcast this Thursday evening on L’Equipe Live, from 8 p.m., live and streaming.
