"Key midfielder Pedri is back in the team, replacing Marc Casado as the midfield partner of Marc Bernal, who has recovered from a stomach bug. Meanwhile, Ronald Araujo walks into the team at the expense of Eric Garcia, who misses out through muscular discomfort."
"The Uruguayan international is expected to partner with Pau Cubarsi at centre-back, while Joao Cancelo and Gerard Martin operate as the full-backs. Joan Garcia continues in goal."
"At the other end of the pitch, Robert Lewandowski gets the nod as the No. 9 for Barcelona, replacing Ferran Torres. Raphinha, who was also benched at the weekend, comes in for Marcus Rashford, while Lamine Yamal continues on the right."
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has announced significant changes to the starting lineup for the Champions League Round of 16 first leg against Newcastle United at St James' Park. Pedri returns to midfield alongside Marc Bernal, who has recovered from illness, replacing Marc Casado. Ronald Araujo enters the defense for Eric Garcia, partnering with Pau Cubarsi at centre-back. Joao Cancelo and Gerard Martin operate as full-backs with Joan Garcia in goal. Offensively, Robert Lewandowski leads the line as the primary striker, with Raphinha and Lamine Yamal on the wings, while Fermin Lopez plays as the attacking midfielder.
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