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Official: Barcelona starting lineup against Galatasaray

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5 years ago

10/03/2022

Udhav Arora

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Barcelona get ready to host Galatasaray at the Camp Nou for the Europa League Round of 16 first leg, and Xavi has made seven changes to the side that took on Elche on the weekend.

The first of these changes comes at centre-back, where Gerard Pique has been rested to make way for Eric Garcia. The Spaniard starts alongside Ronald Araujo in the heart of the defence, with Sergino Dest taking over the right-back spot from Dani Alves.

Jordi Alba and Marc-Andre ter Stegen retain their spot at left-back and between the posts respectively.

Meanwhile, there are two changes in midfield, with Frenkie de Jong coming into the centre to play as the defensive midfielder. Sergio Busquets has been rested, and Nico Gonzalez is the personnel change that comes in. Pedri starts as the other interior.

Finally, the entire attacking trident sees changes; Ferran Torres starts at centre-forward, while Adama Traore takes up the role on the right. The last piece in the puzzle is Memphis Depay, who has scored two goals in two games since returning.