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With the game set to start soon, FC Barcelona will be looking to win the La Liga title against Real Madrid in front of their home supporters. The Spotify Camp Nou will be buzzing for this contest, and the team needs to show up for it as well.

For this particular clash, Hansi Flick has decided to field a strong starting eleven while taking into account the fact that Lamine Yamal is sidelined and Raphinha has only just returned from his injury. Still, Flick’s starting side looks like a solid one for such an occasion.

Here is the official Barcelona starting eleven for El Clasico.

In goal, to no one’s surprise, Joan Garcia has been chosen to protect the Barça goal. This will be a big challenge for the Spanish goalkeeper, and he should be ready to deliver a big performance here.

Ahead of him, Eric Garcia and Joao Cancelo have been chosen to cover the full-back positions on the right and left respectively. Both players will need to be alert and deal with Madrid’s threats from out wide.

In defense, Pau Cubarsi and accompanied by Gerard Martin to form Barça’s centre-back partnership. They have delivered some great performances together, and another one will be needed once again.

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As for the midfield, Pedri and Gavi have been chosen to play in a deeper role, while Dani Olmo will likely start in a more advanced role while constantly shifting and rotating with his fellow midfielders.

Up ahead, Marcus Rashford and Fermin Lopez have been chosen to lead the frontline from the wings and add some bite to this team’s attack. Both of them have the ability to find the back of the net, and Flick will be counting on them.

Lastly, up top, Ferran Torres starts as the team’s centre-forward and he will look to initiate the press and apply pressure on Los Blancos. Moreover, he has the speed and sharpness to find the back of the net if needed as well.