Last Updated: February 22, 2023, 17:21 IST
FC Barcelona journey to Old Trafford on Thursday aiming to maintain their European ambitions alive once they tackle Manchester United within the second leg of their Europa League tie.
Barca nonetheless have choices within the match after a 2-2 draw at Camp Nou final week, regardless of being below strain from United for lengthy durations of the match, and Raphinha’s equalizer from a cross that deceived everybody to finish up within the web has left the tie within the stability.
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However, if Barca need to keep away from one other painful (and costly) early exit from Europe, they must finish Manchester United’s spectacular type at Old Trafford, the place the English aspect is unbeaten in its final 17 house matches; the final time United had been overwhelmed at house was in opposition to Spanish opposition when Real Sociedad beat them 1-0 on September eighth.
There is sweet and dangerous news for Barca on the harm entrance, with Sergio Busquets accessible after lacking the primary leg with an ankle harm. Busquets’ management in midfield will probably be necessary as Barca look to manage their rivals’ tempo on the break.
Xavi Hernandez will probably be with out the younger midfielders, Pedri and Gavi, with Pedri struggling a hamstring pressure within the first leg, that may preserve him out for one more month, whereas Gavi is suspended, which means Barca will probably be with out his tigerish presence, a Xinhua report stated.
Franck Kessie or Sergi Roberto could be anticipated to fill in alongside Busquets and Frenkie de Jong, with each taking part in effectively within the weekend win at house to Cadiz.
Marcus Rashford was United’s foremost risk final week in Camp Nou, as his tempo brought about Barca all types of issues. The England striker has 23 objectives in all competitions this season — his profession finest, and appears stuffed with confidence.
United are with out injured Christian Eriksen, Anthony Martial and Antony dos Santos, however Marcel Sabitzer is offered after suspension dominated him out final week.
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