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In the Champions League tonight, several matches are taking place, with significant updates from the Barcelona vs. Olympiacos game and others. Barcelona faces an ongoing injury crisis, prompting managerial adjustments ahead of their crucial fixtures.
Barcelona’s Lineup Changes
Barcelona has made key changes to their lineup as they take on Olympiacos. Manager Hansi Flick opted for a revised team following their recent La Liga victory over Girona, which ended 2-1.
- Injuries: The team is missing prominent players including Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha, and Ferran Torres.
- Young Talent: Seventeen-year-old Dro Fernandez receives his Champions League debut, replacing Frenkie de Jong.
- Midfield Adjustment: Fermin Lopez steps in for De Jong, contributing to a fresh midfield strategy.
Barcelona Starting XI
The starting lineup for Barcelona includes:
- Szczesny
- Kounde
- Garcia
- Cubarsi
- Balde
- Pedri
- Casado
- Fermin
- Yamal
- Dro Fernandez
- Rashford
Substitutes include notable players like Ferran Torres and Frenkie de Jong.
Olympiacos’ Consistency
On the opposing side, Olympiacos maintains consistency by fielding the same squad that lost to Arsenal three weeks ago. Manager Jose Luis Mendilibar has made no changes to the starting lineup.
Olympiacos Starting XI
The lineup for Olympiacos features:
- Tzolakis
- Costinha
- Retsos
- Pirola
- Ortega
- Garcia
- Hezze
- Martins
- Chiquinho
- Podence
- El Kaabi
Former Inter Milan striker Mehdi Taremi is among the substitutes, adding depth to their attacking options.
Live Updates and Outlook
As the match progresses, fans are eager for updates on both games, particularly the performance of young talent like Dro Fernandez and the response from Olympiacos against a formidable Barcelona side. Stay tuned for live scores and updates from this thrilling Champions League action.
