"The injuries came precisely at the moments when I felt I could give the team even more. Seeing everything from the bench was probably the most difficult thing; it hurt me even more. I felt that the team was very close to the final, but I couldn't help as I wanted to."
"In reality, there are not so many training sessions between matches for everything to be decided there. I wouldn't say it's a direct competition in training. The coach Hansi Flick has his own vision and concept, he adheres to a specific plan based on who has played recently and how much, and who we will face influences."
"With so many games, the rotation in the striker position is natural, and I think Ferran and I can benefit in the current situation."
Barcelona prepares for a significant Copa del Rey comeback match against Atletico Madrid with their attacking lineup in focus. Lamine Yamal and Raphinha are confirmed starters, while the third forward position remains contested between Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres. Manager Hansi Flick has rotated between both strikers throughout the season, with Lewandowski benched in the first leg. Lewandowski reflects on last season's injuries that prevented him from contributing during crucial moments. He addresses the competition with Torres, emphasizing that rotation is natural given the demanding fixture schedule and that both players benefit from the current system rather than viewing it as direct competition.
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