Barcelona Prepares for Crucial Clash Against Borussia Dortmund Amid Surprising Decision on Lewandowski
Barcelona is gearing up for a decisive second-leg encounter against Borussia Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, having secured a commanding 4-0 victory in the first leg at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys (Montjuïc Stadium).
According to press reports, German coach Hansi Flick has made a surprising decision regarding star striker Robert Lewandowski ahead of the crucial Champions League showdown.
The Catalan side traveled today to Germany, where they will face Borussia Dortmund tomorrow, Tuesday, at Signal Iduna Park. Barcelona is aiming to secure another win, not only to seal qualification for the semi-finals but also to send a strong message to their continental rivals.
According to reputable Catalan journalist Helena Condis, Flick is planning to rotate his squad for the second leg. The report states that due to Alejandro Balde’s injury, Gerard Martín is expected to start at left-back. Moreover, Flick is reportedly considering starting Ferran Torres in place of Robert Lewandowski, in addition to handing Gavi a starting role.
It’s worth noting that Lewandowski scored twice in the first-leg triumph over Dortmund, playing a key role in the team’s dominant performance.