Barcelona will play an important La Liga derby match at home against Espanyol. Ahead of the highly intense Catalan clash, the club’s management is planning to rest key players and preserve their physical condition.
This decision is not random, as the “blue and garnet” side is awaiting a very important European challenge. On the night of April 14 to April 15, the team will take the field in the second-leg quarter-final of the Champions League against Atlético. Therefore, the coaching staff has prioritized protecting the leading players from injury and excessive fatigue.
According to the plan, a number of key players are expected to start this derby on the bench or receive full rest. In particular, winger Lamine Yamal and one of the leaders of the midfield Pedri are expected to be rested.
Their place on the right wing of attack may be taken by Roony Bardghji. In the central area, the partnership of Gavi and Marc Casado is expected to operate.
The club’s main objective is to maintain the team’s optimal condition ahead of the important European match and not lose stability in the decisive phase of the season.
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