Barcelona trio ready for El Clasico clash against Real Madrid
The iconic El Clasico rivalry returns as Barcelona and Real Madrid prepare to face off on Sunday morning in the United States. This pre-season clash offers American fans a rare opportunity to witness one of football’s most celebrated matchups.
Barcelona will be without several key players for this encounter. Lamine Yamal is currently on vacation after celebrating his Euro 2024 victory.
Additionally, Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, and Ronald Araujo are all recovering from injuries. Manager Hansi Flick will need to rely on younger players due to these absences.
However, there is good news for Barcelona fans as Ilkay Gundogan, Andreas Christensen, and Marc-Andre ter Stegen are set to return, providing much-needed experience and depth.
Raphinha and Jules Kounde have also rejoined the squad, though their match fitness remains uncertain.
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Notable absences for Barcelona include Ansu Fati, Ferran Torres, Fermin Lopez, Eric Garcia, and Pau Cubarsi. Despite these setbacks, the team will feature a mix of experienced and younger players eager to make their mark.
On the other side, Real Madrid, managed by Carlo Ancelotti, comes into the match looking to bounce back after a recent defeat to AC Milan.
Match Details
Time: 12am
Venue: MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
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