Barcelona will host Atletico Madrid at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on Tuesday for the first leg of the Copa del Rey semi-final.
Barcelona are the competition’s most successful team, with 31 titles, while Atletico have won it 10 times.
Though the Copa del Rey isn’t Barcelona’s top priority, they’re aiming for a first win since 2020-21.
They are unbeaten in their last 13 matches, including a 2-0 win over Las Palmas, keeping them atop La Liga.
Atletico, also strong in La Liga and the Champions League, are unbeaten in their last eight games and will see the Copa del Rey as a winnable trophy.
Both teams have key fixtures ahead, but the first leg is crucial for both sides.
Barcelona have some injury concerns, including Lamine Yamal, but expect changes from their last La Liga lineup.
Atletico’s Juan Musso will start in goal, with midfielder Pablo Barrios returning from suspension.
Possible Lineups:
Barcelona:Szczesny,Kounde, Araujo, I Martinez, Balde; De Jong, Pedri, Raphinha, Olmo, Yamal, Lewandowski
Atletico Madrid:Musso; Molina, Gimenez, Le Normand, Galan, Simeone, De Paul, Barrios, Lino, Griezmann, Alvarez
