"Gerard Martín's excellent performance as a center-back against Alavés at the weekend has made him a real contender to start in the next few matches, but we don't think he'll start this one as Flick is likely to revert to his favorite central combination this season in Pau Cubarsí and Eric García, with Jules Kounde returning at right-back and Alejandro Balde starting on the left."
"The impact of Raphinha's return to the starting lineup at the weekend was impossible to miss, as the Brazilian's energy, leadership and playmaking was crucial to the victory as he played a fantastic hour. He'll undoubtedly start again, and Lamine Yamal will look to build on an excellent performance against Alavés while Robert Lewandowski will lead the line looking to find the net in a big game at home."
Barcelona face Atlético Madrid at Camp Nou aiming for a fifth consecutive La Liga win while Atlético arrives on a seven-game winning streak in all competitions. Hansi Flick remains unsettled about his back four and is searching for a defensive combination that inspires confidence. Pau Cubarsí and Eric García are likely to start as center-backs with Jules Koundé at right-back and Alejandro Balde on the left. Pedri has returned from injury and should reunite with Frenkie de Jong in midfield. Raphinha, Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski are expected to lead the attack.
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