"As far as La Liga is concerned, Barcelona are currently at the top of the table, one point ahead of rivals Real Madrid, who face a tricky test away to Valencia on Sunday. So, the game against Mallorca today provides Hansi Flick & co. with an excellent chance to strengthen their grip at the top of the standings and put pressure on the Spanish capital club."
"Joan Garcia, at this point, is one of the untouchables in Hansi Flick's Barcelona setup and will retain his place in the goal, hoping to stop Vedat Muriqi & co. In order to handle the physical threat posed by the Mallorca striker, Ronald Araujo could be in for another start today, having made his first one in midweek after the mental health break he took."
Barcelona have won five consecutive matches since losing to Real Sociedad, including a 2-1 Copa del Rey quarter-final victory over Albacete. Barcelona sit top of La Liga, one point ahead of Real Madrid. The match against Mallorca offers an opportunity to strengthen the lead and increase pressure on the capital club. Several key players are unavailable: Raphinha (overload), Pedri, Andreas Christensen and Gavi. Hansi Flick is likely to revert the changes made for the cup tie. Predicted starters include Joan Garcia in goal, Ronald Araujo and Pau Cubarsi in central defence, with Jules Kounde and Alejandro Balde returning at full-back.
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