In a thrilling match of the 13th round of La Liga, FC Barcelona faces Athletic Bilbao at their iconic Camp Nou. The game kicks off at 16:15, marking a significant moment for the Catalans as they return to their home ground after over two years of playing at Montjuïc due to renovations.
Match Context
Currently sitting in second place, FC Barcelona has a chance to close the gap with Real Madrid, who play Elche on Sunday. On the other hand, Athletic Bilbao finds themselves in seventh place with 17 points, showcasing inconsistent performances throughout the season.
Injury Updates
Barcelona’s coach Hansi Flick is dealing with several key absences. The squad is missing important players such as Gavi, Pedri, Marc-André ter Stegen, Frenkie de Jong, and Marcus Rashford due to injuries.
Official Lineups
Here are the official lineups for both teams:
| FC Barcelona | Athletic Bilbao |
|---|---|
| Joan Garcia | Simon |
| Koundé | Gorosabel |
| Cubarsi | Vivian |
| Martin | Laporte |
| Baldé | Berchiche |
| Eric Garcia | Galarreta |
| Olmo | Jauregizar |
| Yamal | Berenguer |
| Fermin | Sancet |
| Ferran | Williams |
| Lewandowski | Unai |
Under the guidance of Ernesto Valverde, who formerly managed FC Barcelona, Athletic Bilbao will aim for a strong performance despite the absences of Iñaki Williams, Diaz, Sannadi, and Egiluz. The team will maintain a 4-2-3-1 formation, featuring experienced players like Laporte and Berchiche in the defensive line.
As both teams prepare for this critical matchup, fans can expect a competitive atmosphere at Camp Nou. Barcelona seeks to strengthen their title contender status while Bilbao aims to improve their league position.
