Barcelona will face off against Osasuna as they make a trip to El Sadar this Tuesday looking to earn a victory on the road. Barca recorded a 2-0 victory over Almeria, so Xavi will expect a positive response from his men when they lock horns with the hosts in La Liga.
The Catalan club will set themselves up in a 4-3-3 formation with Xavi likely to make some tweaks to his first XI for this game. Raphinha could get a chance to play from the start while Ferran Torres takes a spot on the bench.
4-3-3 Barcelona Predicted XI Vs Osasuna
Defence
Marc-André ter Stegen will operate in the goal after keeping a clean sheet in his last outing. Eric Garcia could get a chance to play alongside Marcos Alonso at the heart of Barcelona’s backline as they try to keep the opposition attackers at bay during the game.
Alejandro Balde will focus on giving a good account of himself as the right-back while Jordi Alba hopes to impress on the other flank as the left-back. Both Barca full-backs will get the license to get forward and cause a few problems for the opposition.
Gerard Pique will be available for selection on Xavi’s bench as he offers cover for the defensive positions.
Midfield
Xavi will probably opt for a midfield comprised of Pedri, Sergio Busquets and Frenkie de Jong for this clash on the road. Both Pedri and de Jong will have to carry most of the creative burden for the Catalan giants at the centre of the park.
Franck Kessie will have to settle for a place on the bench as he awaits his opportunity to make an impact in the second half if required.
Attack
Raphinha might get the nod to catch the eye down the left flank while Ousmane Dembele tries to make a difference from the right.
Robert Lewandowski will lead the line for the Catalan outfit in the final third. The Polish centre-forward failed to register a goal last time out and would be eager to put in a much-improved performance in this away encounter.
Ansu Fati will be named on the bench and might come on to influence the game in the latter stages if Xavi opts to call upon his services.
