The stage is set for a huge night in the UEFA Champions League as Atlético Madrid host FC Barcelona at the Metropolitano for their quarter-final second leg. Fixtures like this carry extra weight, especially with a place in the semi-finals on the line.
FC Barcelona come into the game needing a strong response after their 2-0 defeat in the first leg. Under Hansi Flick, there is belief that they can still turn things around, but they will have to do it without suspended defender Pau Cubarsí, whose red card last week changed the course of the tie.
Atlético are in a more comfortable position, but cannot afford to relax. Diego Simeone will expect his side to stay compact and disciplined, knowing Barcelona will likely commit numbers forward in search of goals. With key players rested over the weekend, Atlético should be fresh for this decisive clash.
What are the predicted lineups for Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona?
Atletico Madrid predicted XI
Musso; Molina, Le Normand, Lenglet, Ruggeri; Giuliano Simeone, Llorente, Koke, Lookman; Griezmann, Alvarez
There is still some uncertainty over whether Jan Oblak returns in goal, but Juan Musso could keep his place. Clément Lenglet is expected to feature against his former club alongside Robin Le Normand, while Antoine Griezmann and Julián Álvarez will lead the attack.
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FC Barcelona predicted XI
J. Garcia; Kounde, Araujo, Gerard Martin, Cancelo; De Jong, Pedri; Yamal, Fermín López, Rashford; Torres
There is a strong chance Ronald Araújo shifts into central defence to replace Cubarsí, partnering Gerard Martín. Pedri should be fit to start after recovering from a minor issue, while Frenkie de Jong adds control in midfield. In attack, Lamine Yamal is certain to start, with Ferran Torres pushing for a place up front after his recent goals and Marcus Rashford offering pace out wide.
This game probably will not define the entire season on its own, but it will shape how both campaigns are remembered. FC Barcelona are chasing a comeback to keep their European hopes alive, while Atlético are aiming to finish the job, and that contrast should make for a tense and high-quality encounter.
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