Barcelona will visit San Siro for the second part of their UEFA Champions League semi -finals against From MilanAfter an exciting 3-3 draw in the first stage at Montjuic Olympic Stadium. With tie still up to grab, Barca has got a big upswing after a key player has recovered from its injury to the game.
The first stage delivered one of the most dramatic meetings of the 2024-25 season, with a goal in the opening 30 seconds and nonstop action throughout. In order to move on to the final in Munich without the need for penalties, the Spanish giants must secure a positive result in Italy– And now they will be able to trust one of their stars.
Robert Lewandowski has returned to full training and is expected to be included in Hansi Flick’s match day group. The Polish striker was seen participating in Sunday’s training session without restrictions, which signaled that he is ready to join the team again after a faster recovery than expected.
Lewandowski received a left thigh injury (Semitendinosus muscle) On April 19 in the Liga collision against Celta de Vigo and lowered in the 79th minute. Originally excluded for almost a month, he has made his comeback in just two weeks and was able to play a role from the bench in Milan.
In his absence, Ferran Torres steps up impressive and scored in the first stage against Inter and Netting again in the Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid. Despite Lewandowski’s return, Torres is expected to remain in start XI, with the veteran the striker who will probably start the match among the replacements.
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Barcelona will face important weeks approaching the end of the season between Champions League And La Liga and recover Lewandowski is good news for the team. However, Blaugrana must still wait for Alejandro Balde.
Balde suffered a distal damage to the femur biceps in his left thigh during a match against Leganés three weeks ago. Unlike Lewandowski, his recovery has not developed as hoped. Given his latest injury story, he is not expected to be available for selection on Tuesday.
In Balde’s absence, Flick is facing a decision on the left back. Gerard Martin– who received MVP awards in Saturday’s victory over Real Valladolid – is a natural fit for the role. However, Iñigo Martinezwhich filled in under the second half of the first leg also remains an alternative.
