FC Barcelona are heading into one of the most important stretches of their season, with important matches against From Milan in UEFA Champions League semi -finals and Real Madrid in The league. With Marc-André ter Stegen recently returned from injury, Head coach Hansi Flick has made his decision on who will start between the German and Wojciech Szczesny.
Ter Stegen made their long -awaited return in Barcelona’s latest collision against Real ValladolidHis first performance of 223 days after a knee injury suffered against Villarreal. Although he admitted early in the fifth minute, veteran guards made key savers during the second half and helped Barcelona complete a comeback victory.
Asked about German performance after the game, Flick offered their support. “Especially during the second six months he showed how good he is and how he can perform. It was good to see that“Said the German manager at the press conference after the match.
Girl and the choice between Ter Steps and Szczesny
Barcelona will have key games in the coming week. The first will be the second stage in the Champions League semi -final against Inter Milan next Tuesday, and then El Clasico in La Liga against Real Madrid on Sunday, which lags after the Blaugrana side.
Ter Stegen has been one of the best goalkeepers in the last few yearsAnd having him back in the squad means a huge boost. But when he is asked if he will be the one who plays the next match against Inter, the girl set the record straight:
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“I don’t think so. Tek (Szczesny) will play in the Champions League and he will also play against Real Madrid. This is our plan, but today I am really happy for Marc that he is back and he showed that he is in a good way. “
Szczesny, who came out of international pension and joined Barcelona without playing a single minute 2024, has made a strong impression in 2025. His rapid adaptation and consistent performances have gained Flick’s confidence in high effortsWhile ter steps continue to regain full form after his long recovery.
