"It could be an option. In matches like these, all the players are motivated. We need Ferran and Lewy at their best until the end of the season to achieve our goals. It's crucial for us."
"Lamine is a player who can make a difference. He trained fantastically yesterday. The Champions League is the best competition in the world, and everyone wants to play in it. It's extra motivation for every player."
Barcelona faces Newcastle in a crucial Champions League last-16 second leg where victory is essential for progression to the quarter-finals. Manager Hansi Flick is evaluating tactical options for the match, particularly in attack where Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres have underperformed recently. Flick is open to deploying Dani Olmo as a false nine but emphasizes the importance of having Lewandowski and Torres performing at their best for the remainder of the season. Lamine Yamal is expected to play a significant role again, having impressed in training and previously scoring a crucial penalty in the first leg. Yamal was rested during Barcelona's recent match against Sevilla, coming on as a substitute in the second half.
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