The Champions League shock that everyone was waiting for last May finally took place. It was not until 4 months more, and it was not the final but the second day of the competition championship phase (kick -off given at 9 p.m.). This is not to say that this meeting falls into the water. There is as a final taste of the final phase between the two clubs claiming to the final victory. Barça undoubtedly leaves slightly favorite because, in addition to playing in Montjuïc, it has most of its strong men, where PSG presents itself frankly decreased, especially in the midfield and in attack.
Hansi Flick must still count without his titular goalkeeper Joan Garcia, injured. It is therefore Szczęsny who is expected in the aim of his 4-3-3 where the defense will be almost complete. Koundé is of course expected as a right side while Gerard Martin should hold on the left. Alejandro Baldé is back from injury and probably a little just to enter the eleven. Araujo and Cubarsi are expected in the central hinge. The Uruguayan will have revenge to take on PSG, he who had precipitated the defeat of his family 18 months ago in the quarterfinals return of C1 with his expulsion.
Very reduced PSG
The environment should also be redesigned with the absences of Gavi and Fermin Lopez. Pedri, qualified by Luis Enrique, his former coach with La Roja, as “Harry PotterWill be the spearhead of his team, supported by De Jong and Olmo. In front, Lamine Yamal will be scrutinized in a magnifying glass in his association with Rashford, author of a double during the 1st day, and Lewandowski. PSG is warned of what he expects, he who is about to play with a reworked team. Guilty at the Vélodrome ten days ago, Lucas Chevalier will play the first great European shock of his career with Paris, helped by a defense where Marquinhos is absent, injured.
To compensate for the absence of the captain, the Asturian technician should opt for Zabarnyi, the flagship recruit of the summer, and Pacho. The sides of the defense will be occupied by what is best right now with Hakimi on the right and Nuno Mendes on the left. The duel between the Portuguese and Yamal will also have a particular flavor. In the midfield, there is no shortage of uncertainties since Joao Neves, Vitinha, Ruiz could start if they are fit but the three holders are reduced. Also in front of it is the massacre with the packages of Dembélé, Goué and Kvaratskhelia. Barcola will play the role of attack leader, he who would start with Lee on the right and Mayulu at the forefront in a New-Look offensive animation.
Szczęsny – Koundé, Araujo Cubarsi, Martin – Pedri, de Jong, Olmo – Rashford, Lewandowski, Yamal.
Knight – Hakimi, Zabarnyi, Pacho, Mendes – Joao Neves, Vitinha, Ruiz – Lee, Mayulu, Barcola.
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