FC Barcelona is set to face Real Betis in the Copa del Rey Round of 16 at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys.
Barcelona's coach, Hansi Flick, has announced the starting lineup, featuring Dani Olmo as a false nine and Frenkie de Jong in midfield.
Notable absences include Wojciech Szczesny, who is suspended, and Íñigo Martínez, who is injured
Ronald Araújo replaces Martínez in defense, while Gerard Martín and Lamine Yamal start in place of Alejandro Balde and Marc Casadó.
Real Betis will be without playmaker Giovani Lo Celso due to an adductor injury.
Lo Celso's absence is significant, as he is Betis' top scorer this season with seven goals.
The match is crucial for both teams, with Barcelona aiming to advance to the quarterfinals and Betis seeking to challenge the defending champions.
The Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys is expected to host a full crowd, with tickets available to season ticket holders.
This encounter follows a 2-2 draw between the two teams in La Liga on December 7, 2024.
Fans are eager to see how Barcelona's lineup adapts without key players and how Betis performs without Lo Celso.