Chelsea vs Barcelona: Official Team Lineups Announced
Chelsea and Barcelona have announced their official team lineups ahead of their highly anticipated clash. This matchup features notable changes for Chelsea, with five new faces stepping onto the pitch. Both teams boast impressive rosters filled with talent.
Chelsea’s Starting Eleven
Chelsea has made significant adjustments since their recent 2-0 victory over Burnley. The following players will be in the starting lineup:
- Sanchez
- Malo Gusto
- Wesley Fofana
- Trevoh Chalobah
- Marc Cucurella
- Moises Caicedo
- Reece James
- Estevao Willian
- Enzo Fernandez
- Alejandro Garnacho
- Pedro Neto
Among the substitutes are Jorgensen, Acheampong, Tosin, Hato, Badiashile, Buonanotte, Gittens, George, Guiu, Joao Pedro, and Delap.
Barcelona’s Starting Eleven
Barcelona, under the management of Enzo Maresca, will deploy a striking lineup featuring a mix of youth and experience:
- Joan Garcia
- Jules Kounde
- Ronald Araujo
- Pablo Cubarsi
- Alex Balde
- Eric Garcia
- Frenkie de Jong
- Lamine Yamal
- Fermin Lopez
- Ferran Torres
- Robert Lewandowski
On the bench, notable names include Szczesny, Kochen, Christensen, Gerard Martin, M. Casado, Olmo, Bernal, Dro, Raphinha, Marcus Rashford, and Roony.
Match Overview
This encounter pits two historic clubs against each other, each showcasing a blend of emerging talents and seasoned stars. Chelsea’s tactical switch to a strikerless formation may prove pivotal. Meanwhile, Barcelona’s lineup promises an exciting combination of skill and creativity on the field. The match is set to be a thrilling spectacle for football fans.
