Barcelona predicted starting XI against Feyenoord | UCL | OneFootball

FC Barcelona will be marking the beginning of their UEFA Champions League campaign this season with a home game against Feyenoord. The Dutch side will be coming into this game with confidence and good morale, but Barça at the Camp Nou is always an intimidating game for any opponent. Moreover, this team has been scoring goals for fun lately.

Fortunately, Hansi Flick will also have most of his players available for this game and will look to make the most of the quality at his disposal. For this game, however, he will likely entrust his strongest eleven.

Here is how Barça could line up for this European fixture.

Predicted Barcelona starting XI vs Valencia:

Goalkeeper: Joan Garcia

Managed to keep yet another clean sheet in his previous outing against Valencia, and he will be hoping for more of the same heading into this game. With him at the back, Barcelona always seem to feel more secure.

Right-back: Jules Kounde

With Eric Garcia being unavailable for this clash due to suspension, Jules Kounde becomes the most likely alternative to start in his stead. Hopefully, he is able to deliver a solid performance if he does end up starting.

Centre-back: Pau Cubarsi

The youngster continues to impress game after game, and it seems that the World Cup triumph with Spain really boosted his confidence as well. At the moment, he remains Barça’s most reliable defender at the back.

Centre-back: Andreas Christensen

So far this season, the Danish defender has looked decent at the back whenever he has played. While he might not be at his sparkling best, he remains a reliable option whenever Hansi Flick needs one.

Left-back: Xavi Espart 

Showing no signs of slowing down, Xavi Espart seems to have cemented his place in this Barcelona starting eleven. Despite playing out of position, his understanding of the game and his technical ability both continue to be surprisingly adaptable.

CDM: Rodri

Finally made his first start for Barcelona in the previous game against Valencia, and he showed exactly why he was brought in. The defensive solidity that he offers alongside his elite vision and play-making are all qualities that make him perfect for this team.

CDM: Pedri

Found the back of the net in his last outing for the club and continues to dictate the midfield for the team as well. With Pedri enjoying the form that he currently has, Barcelona will surely be excited for what is to come.

RAM: Lamine Yamal

With there no longer being any doubts about Lamine Yamal’s level this season, the young Spaniard is finally playing at his frightening best. From his goals to his confidence on the ball, Flick’s young winger continues to be a menace.

CAM: Fermin Lopez

Another player who is now performing at his best is Fermin Lopez, and he has regularly managed to find the back of the net and his teammates as well. His intensity, goalscoring threat, and work-rate all make him ideal for Flick’s system.

LAM: Anthony Gordon

His intensity and energy continue to be essential to Flick’s system and he has made himself at home at Barcelona. Going forward, the coaching staff will be hoping that he can keep his intensity up and help Barça in transitions and counter-pressing.