Barcelona is set to take on Celta Vigo at the Nou Camp this Wednesday night, aiming to secure a favorable outcome in La Liga. The Catalan team recently achieved a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Atletico Madrid, which should boost their confidence heading into this match.
Manager Hansi Flick is expected to set his team in a 4-2-3-1 formation and will likely make a few adjustments to the starting lineup. Pau Cubarsi and Frenkie de Jong are both likely to start in this encounter.
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Predicted 4-2-3-1 Lineup for Barcelona Against Celta Vigo
Defense
For this match, Joan Garcia will take his position in goal after allowing just one goal in his last match. He will be joined by Pau Cubarsi and Eric Garcia in central defense, as they aim to maintain a strong defensive structure.
Jules Kounde will provide support as the right-back, while Joao Cancelo will be positioned at left-back. Both defenders need to be selective about when to join the attack.
Ronald Araujo will serve as backup for the defensive line from the bench.
BARCELONA, SPAIN – APRIL 11: Fermin Lopez of FC Barcelona reacts during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and RCD Espanyol de Barcelona at Spotify Camp Nou on April 11, 2026, in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)
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Midfield
Pedri and Frenkie de Jong are set to operate as the holding midfielders. Their primary task will be to maintain possession effectively and create appealing opportunities in the attacking third.
Supporting them will be the talented trio of Fermin Lopez, Dani Olmo, and Lamine Yamal, positioned just ahead as part of the attack lineup. Their synergy will be crucial in crafting enough scoring opportunities for Barcelona to clinch victory in this match.
Meanwhile, Marc Casado and Marcus Rashford will likely be on the bench, ready to make an impact if called upon in the second half.
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Attack
Ferran Torres will lead the charge in Barcelona’s attack. He needs to find ways to create challenges for the Celta Vigo center-backs this Wednesday night.
Robert Lewandowski will be available on the bench, possibly coming on to make a difference in the later stages of the match if needed.