Barcelona is set to host Athletic Bilbao at the Nou Camp this Saturday, aiming for a win in their recently renovated stadium. The Catalan side enters the match with confidence after a striking 4-2 victory against Celta Vigo just before the international break.
Hansi Flick is likely to implement a 4-2-3-1 formation and may make a few adjustments to his starting lineup for this matchup, with Joan Garcia and Marc Casado potentially featuring from the outset.
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Predicted 4-2-3-1 Lineup for Barcelona Against Athletic Bilbao
Defense
Joan Garcia is expected to take his place in goal, aiming to secure a clean sheet this weekend. Ronald Araujo will partner with Pau Cubarsi at the center of the Barcelona defense, tasked with neutralizing the threats from Bilbao’s attack throughout the match.
Eric Garcia will look to assert his presence as the right-back, while Alejandro Balde aims to make his mark on the left flank. Both defenders will be encouraged to venture forward and contribute to the offensive play.
Andreas Christensen will be available on the bench to provide defensive depth.
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VIGO, SPAIN – NOVEMBER 09: Pau Cubarsi of FC Barcelona converses with Referee Javier Alberola Rojas during the LaLiga EA Sports match between RC Celta de Vigo and FC Barcelona at Estadio Abanca-Balaidos on November 09, 2025, in Vigo, Spain. (Photo by Jose Manuel Alvarez Rey/Getty Images)
Midfield
Fermin Lopez and Marc Casado will serve as the midfield anchors for Barcelona, aiming to dominate the midfield battle against their opponents.
On the wings, Marcus Rashford will seek to make an impact from the left, while Lamine Yamal looks to exploit opportunities from the right side. Both players will attempt to break through the defense of Bilbao whenever possible.
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Dani Olmo is set to take on the role of playmaker in the number ten position, responsible for generating creativity in the final third.
Marc Bernal and Roony Bardghji will have to settle for a place on the bench.
Attack
Leading the line for Barcelona will be Robert Lewandowski, who will be eager to find the net at the Nou Camp this weekend.
Ferran Torres will be among the substitutes, ready to make an impact in the second half if needed.