O Barcelona will face Real Madrid in the King’s Cup without maximum strength. This Tuesday, the Catalan team released the list of those related to the second leg of the semifinal with four important absences: defender Christensen, midfielders De Jong and Pedri and striker Dembélé.
Among the absences, the one most likely to reinforce the team was De Jong. The Dutchman suffered a thigh injury during the first leg on 19 March. In recovery, the 25-year-old player did not train with the rest of the squad in the last week and had his presence in the clash ruled out.
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Defender Christensen was injured while defending the Denmark national team and was an expected casualty for “El Clásico”. The same goes for Pedri and Dembélé, who have been out longer. Both are recovering from thigh injuries sustained in March.
According to the Spanish press, coach Xavi is likely to reinforce the midfield to hold the 1-0 lead. Busquets, Gavi, Kessie and Sergi Roberto should start the duel, while Ansu Fati and Ferran Torres are others. options to supply the embezzlements, according to the Sport.
This Wednesday’s game will take place at the Camp Nou stadium, home of Barcelona. The winner will face in the final who passes the other confrontation, between Osasuna and Athletic Bilbao. The King’s Cup decision is scheduled for May 5.
Source: Gazetaesportiva
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