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Lewandowski Returns as Barca Host Atletico in UCL Clash
8 Apr
Summary
- Robert Lewandowski is predicted to return to Barcelona's starting lineup.
- Atletico Madrid faces significant injury absences including key players.
- Eleven players across both teams are at risk of suspension for the second leg.
Barcelona will host Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou for the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final. Robert Lewandowski is expected to feature in Barcelona's starting XI, having scored the decisive goal in their recent league encounter.
Atletico Madrid faces considerable injury issues, with Jan Oblak and Jose Maria Gimenez confirmed to be out due to muscle problems. This means Juan Musso will start in goal. Despite some hopes for recovery, several of Diego Simeone's squad will be unavailable.
