Barça name strong XI as Lewandowski leads the line against Mallorca
Hansi Flick's injury-hit Barcelona side take on struggling Mallorca at the Spotify Camp Nou, looking to extend their lead at the top of La Liga.
Barcelona aim to increase their advantage at the top of La Liga as they host a Mallorca side desperate to climb away from the relegation scrap.
Team News
Despite being plagued by injuries, Hansi Flick has managed to field a competitive starting XI for tonight’s clash at the Spotify Camp Nou. The German gaffer continues to navigate a tricky situation with several key players on the treatment table.
Barça are without the injured quartet of Gavi, Christensen, Pedri and Raphinha - a proper headache for any manager. Meanwhile, Frenkie de Jong and Gerard Martín are walking a disciplinary tightrope, both sitting on four yellow cards and at risk of suspension.
The confirmed Barcelona lineup sees:
- Joan García between the sticks
- A back four of Koundé, Cubarsí, Eric García and Balde
- Casadó and Fermín anchoring the midfield
- An exciting attacking quartet featuring Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Marcus Rashford and Robert Lewandowski
Visitors’ Setup
Mallorca arrive in Catalonia with their own absences to contend with. Takuma Asano misses out through injury, while Abdón Prats didn’t travel due to personal reasons. The Balearic Islanders are desperate for points as they look to escape the lower reaches of the table.
Jagoba Arrasate has selected:
- Leo Román in goal
- A defensive unit of Maffeo, Valjent, David López and Mojica
- Midfield featuring Barcelona loanee Pablo Torre alongside Mascarell, Samu Costa and Mateu Jaume
- Vedat Muriqi partnering Jan Virgili up front
What’s at Stake
The Catalans have a chance to put the pressure on Real Madrid and extend their advantage at the summit of La Liga. With Los Blancos having a game in hand, every point is crucial for Flick’s men as they aim to maintain their position at the top of the table.
For Mallorca, it’s all about survival. The visitors need to start picking up points sharpish to avoid getting dragged further into the relegation dog fight. A result at the Camp Nou would be a proper Bobby Dazzler for Arrasate’s side.