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Official: Barcelona starting lineup against Manchester City

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4 years ago

24/08/2022

Udhav Arora

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Barcelona take a break from regular proceedings as they lock horns against Manchester City for a good cause. The two sides are meeting at the Camp Nou as a tribute to Carlos Unzue, who was diagnosed with ALS two years ago. All proceedings from the match today will go to support ALS research.

Xavi has selected a mixed lineup for this friendly. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang spearheads the attack in what could be his final game for the Blaugranes. He is aided by Raphinha on the right and Ferran Torres on the left.

In midfield, captain Sergio Busquets returns after missing the Real Sociedad clash due to injury. Franck Kessie gets a much-needed start, and Frenkie de Jong rounds off the trident in the centre of the park.

While not registered yet, Jules Kounde has been handed his first official start in Barcelona colours. He pairs up alongside Gerard Pique, who has not been given any minutes so far this season.

Jordi Alba was replaced by Alejandro Balde at left-back on the weekend, but returns to claim his spot, while Sergi Roberto picks up the place on the right. Inaki Pena is Barcelona’s starting goalie on the night.