US EditionFlick: Lewandowski to start on bench in Clásico
- Barcelona will face Real Madrid in El Clásico on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys with Lewandowski, Balde, and Casadó fit but starting on the bench.
- This selection follows Barcelona’s recent Champions League semifinal exit to Inter Milan and the players’ recent injuries, which sidelined Lewandowski and Balde for several matches.
- Coach Hansi Flick emphasized the match's importance and confirmed the trio will not start, but they could enter in the second half to support the team’s push for the La Liga title.
- Lewandowski, who has netted 40 goals this season, missed four games due to a hamstring injury, while Balde has been sidelined for seven matches with a similar issue; Barcelona coach Hansi Flick indicated that neither player is expected to be in the starting lineup for the upcoming El Clásico, though they might come on as substitutes.
- A Barcelona victory would increase their lead to seven points with three games left, while a Madrid win would reduce the gap to one point, potentially reviving the title race.
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