Robert LewandowskiBarcelona’s Star Striker, is on the bench for the decisive Champions League semi -finals second leg against Inter Milan. In a bold decision, Manager Hansi Flick has chosen Ferran Torres in the starting lineup and left the experienced Poland among the replacements for this decisive meeting.
While Flick has emphasized the tactical reason behind her choice, it is undeniable that Lewandowski still knows the effects of a new injury. The Polish International has been hindered by physical discomfort in recent weeksThe sideline for him for important fixtures. While he has recovered and is sufficiently suitable to be included in the squad, girl is careful to rush him back into the beginning eleven.
A remaining injury
Lewandowski suffered a muscle injury just over two weeks ago During a La Liga collision against Celta Vigo. This injury, officially diagnosed as a semitendinosus tribe in his left thighsForced him to miss important matches, including league matches against Mallorca and Valladolid, Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid and the Champions League semi-final first leg against Inter Milan.
Despite her recent return to training, girl remains careful about transferring Lewandowski. The German boss recognizes that the striker is still not on top fitness and prefers to have him available as an impact replacement if needed.
“He will start on the bench And we will see what happens. If we need him he will be prepared, ” Flick stated at a press conference before the match. “I talked to him yesterday (on Monday) and he progresses positively.”
Torres gets the nod
With Lewandowski starting on the bench, Responsibility for leading the Barcelona attack falls on Ferran Torres.
Flick believes that this range, with Torres leading the line, is best suited to utilize Milan’s weaknesses.
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In the end, Flick’s decision is a game. But it also reflects an estimated risk. He knows that he may need the experience and goal-aiming ability from Lewandowski later in the game, but he is also convinced that Torres and the rest of the Barcelona attack can get the job done in the first stages. With a champion League -final bed at stake, all eyes will be on Flicks Tactical Masterclass and Lewandowski’s potential impact from the bench. The squad hopes that all things are in line.
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