"Starting with the hosts, while there might have been plenty of raised eyebrows around Catalonia last summer following Hansi Flick's arrival, the Spanish icons have embarked on a remarkable rise under the former Bayern Munich boss. Recapturing their domestic crown last season, the reigning La Liga champions have only continued to shine since opening up the new campaign. Last seen over the weekend mounting a comeback on home soil as they dragged themselves to a 2-1 victory against Real Sociedad, Barca have registered 19 points from their first seven domestic appearances and they have found a route back to the top of the La Liga table."
"Undergoing knee surgery earlier in the month, summer recruit and number one goalkeeper Joan Garcia will not play any part. However, coming off the bench and making a cameo appearance in Catalonia, 18-year-old superstar Lamine Yamal could make a first start since returning from September's international break. Once again finding the net on Sunday and now registering five goals in his previous six appearances for club and country, ex-Bayern Munich ace Robert Lewandowski will lead the line here."
Barcelona have rapidly improved under Hansi Flick, reclaiming the La Liga title and starting the new season strongly with 19 points from seven games. The side recovered to beat Real Sociedad 2-1 and opened their Champions League campaign with a 2-1 win at Newcastle. Joan Garcia will miss action after knee surgery, while Lamine Yamal could make his first start since returning from the international break. Robert Lewandowski leads the attack, scoring five goals in his last six appearances, and Pau Cubarsi may return to central defence. PSG claimed their first Champions League title in May with a 5-0 win over Inter Milan.
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