🤕 Raphinha, Rashford out for Copa semi-final first leg v Atleti | OneFootball

FC Barcelona faces one of the most demanding challenges of the season with a last-minute setback in their squad.

Raphinha did not train in the final session before the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals and will definitely be out for the match against Atlético de Madrid.

The Brazilian will not travel with the Barcelona squad to the Riyadh Air Metropolitano after failing to overcome his physical discomfort. Hansi Flick was hoping to have the "11" ready for this first clash, but ultimately the medical staff has opted for caution.

In addition to the absence of the Brazilian, the German coach will also be without Marcus Rashford. The English forward was not present in training, leaving the Blaugrana attack severely depleted for visiting one of the most challenging stadiums in Spanish football.

Neither Pedri, Gavi, nor Christensen

The club's medical situation remains critical at this decisive stage of the season. Flick will have to reorganize the midfield and defense, as Pedri, Gavi, and Christensen continue their respective recovery processes and will not travel to Madrid.

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