Jerome Boateng talks about Bayern Munich’s upcoming match against Lyon and the demolition of Barcelona; Barcelona vs Bayern Munich: Lineups, team news, injuries, and more! Thankfully they lived up to the task against Napoli, and through the 3-1 win that clinched a 4-2 triumph on aggregate overall, the Blaugrana’s tickets to the Portuguese capital could be confirmed. Estadio da Luz. If the trio of Busquets, De Jong and Rakitic remains, then, the tireless Arturo Vidal is likely to be the fourth man though Roberto could be in with a shout for the width he offers down the right. Previously undermanned in the center of the park, suspensions for Arturo Vidal and Sergio Busquets saw Barça have to make do with a trio of Ivan Rakitic, Sergi Roberto and Frenkie de Jong at the Camp Nou last weekend. Get a report of the Barcelona vs. Bayern Munich 2019-20 UEFA Champions League, Quarterfinals football match. As reported by SPORT yesterday, Setien is apparently considering a 4-4-2 to take on the German champions. Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. SEVILLE, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 09: Sergio Busquets of FC Barcelona celebrates with his teammates Lionel ... [+] Messi and Frenkie de Jong of FC Barcelona after scoring his team's second goalduring the Liga match between Real Betis Balompie and FC Barcelona at Estadio Benito Villamarin on February 09, 2020 in Seville, Spain. Now based in Barcelona after six years in São Paulo, I have written on these topics at length through previews and analysis while having also covered match reports for tournaments such as the Copa America. (Photo by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images). A personal admirer of the Spanish veteran, who once famously gave him a signed shirt while Setien was managing Real Betis, it is difficult to picture Busquets not starting as pivot. But in the end, he reverted back to the hallowed 4-3-3 that he has been forced into honoring since a string of bad results early in his tenure. © 2020 Forbes Media LLC. Now, though, with six men at his disposal for just three or four positions given that the mentioned, previously-sanctioned pair have returned, coach Quique Setien navigates a selection headache which begs the question as to how the Catalans might line up for their do-or-die showdown? All Rights Reserved, This is a BETA experience. 14/08/2020. An excellent success away at Villarreal recently, in Barça’s best performance under Setien thus far, Busquets, Roberto and Vidal were employed there though De Jong was injured. Using the scheme once more could mean Busquets, De Jong and Vidal or Roberto. Match info . 13/08/2020 Live Messi vs Lewandowski: how do they measure up? Now based in Barcelona after six years in São Paulo, I have written on these topics at length through previews and analysis while having also covered match reports for. You may opt-out by. Barcelona vs Bayern preview. The one Setien set out with when taking over the reins in January, it is the least likely considering, as touched upon, the defeats that were experienced when utilizing it. (Update: Barca’s rumored lineup?) Then, it would likely be Busquets and De Jong in the middle and perhaps academy pearl Riqui Puig for the dynamism he provides in charging forward and attempting to link play. It was believed that Setien might have other approaches in mind for the Italians last time out. Frenkie de Jong sensational against Napoli on Saturday and believed to have turned a corner in his maiden term at Barça, the Dutchman should sit in front of him partnered by either Rakitic, Vidal, Roberto or Riqui Puig. If the plan is to circulate the ball in the middle, it is probably a Busquets-De Jong-Rakitic trident that Setien banks on. As a right wing back, Roberto would almost be guaranteed a starting berth, as would Jordi Alba on the opposite flank. FC Barcelona now have a string of midfielders to choose from in their Champions League quarterfinal clash with Bayern Munich in Lisbon on Friday. Messi and Frenkie de Jong of FC Barcelona after scoring his team's second goalduring the Liga match between Real Betis Balompie and FC Barcelona at Estadio Benito Villamarin on February 09, 2020 in Seville, Spain. 13/08/2020 Live Bayern's Davies on meeting hero Messi. 8:00pm, Friday 14th August 2020. UEFA Champions League Quarter Final. Barcelona vs Bayern Munich. 4-3-1-2. As well as writing for Forbes Sports, I edit Yellow & Green Football: a site on Brazilian soccer that is part of the Guardian Sport Network and a partner of O Globo. (Photo by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images), EY & Citi On The Importance Of Resilience And Innovation, Impact 50: Investors Seeking Profit — And Pushing For Change, Setien is apparently considering a 4-4-2 to take on the German champions. An excellent success away at Villarreal recently, in Barça’s best performance under Setien thus far, Busquets, Roberto and Vidal were employed there though De Jong was injured. Barcelona vs Bayern Munich: 2020 Champions League quarterfinals full coverage.

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