He FC Barcelona will have to dispute in Mendizorroza the match that corresponds to the ninth day of LaLiga. The team of Hansi Flick seeks to redeem itself after the defeat it suffered against Osasuna (4-2) the previous day. For its part, Alavés is coming off two consecutive defeats. Both teams want victory to get back on track in LaLiga.
He Alavés He comes to the match with not very good news after the multiple injuries among his players in this first stretch of the league. In the last match against Getafe, both Aleksandar Sedlar as Abdul Abqar They had to be replaced due to muscle discomfort. to which is added Hugo Novoawho has had physical problems for weeks.
The FC Barcelona coach will also not be able to count on multiple players due to injuries throughout this start of the season. Flick still unable to summon Dani Olmo, Fermín López, Marc Bernal, Gavi, Ronald Araujo and Andreas Christensen. In addition to Ter Stegen after his serious injury to his right knee.
The blaugranas want to keep the leadership in the league competition after the setback at Sadar. With Wojciech Szczesny Already in the squad, the signing to cover Ter Stegen’s injury could make his debut with the FC Barcelona shirt. Although it is most likely that Iñaki Peña continue covering the Blaugrana goal.
He Barça comes from a bulky victory (5-0) in the Champions League against Young Boys this same week. After their debut with a defeat in Monaco, the culé team compensates with a win against one of the most modest rivals of their eight days in the new competition format. Flick has highlighted the importance of maintaining concentration on both fronts, since the physical wear and tear of the squad could become a key factor as the season progresses. The German coach has also highlighted the team’s good playing dynamics, although he recognizes that the defense needs adjustments to avoid unpleasant surprises in LaLiga.
