"Barcelona holds a four-point advantage over second-placed Real Madrid in La Liga, making it crucial to secure a win against Atletico Madrid to maintain that lead."
"Joan Garcia will guard the goal for Barcelona, hoping to perform better than his last visit to the Metropolitano, where the team conceded four goals in the first half."
"Despite Alejandro Balde's return, Joao Cancelo is expected to retain his place on the left side of the defence after impressive performances in recent weeks."
FC Barcelona faces Atletico Madrid in La Liga after the international break. Barcelona seeks to secure a win to maintain their four-point lead over Real Madrid. Key defenders Eric Garcia, Jules Kounde, and Alejandro Balde return, while Raphinha, Frenkie de Jong, and Andreas Christensen are unavailable. Barcelona has previously won two out of three encounters this season against Atletico. Joan Garcia will start in goal, with Eric Garcia returning to the lineup. Joao Cancelo is expected to keep his position despite Balde's return.
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