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How will Barcelona line up against Athletic?

Barcelona continue what is a busy start to 2021 with a trip to Athletic on Wednesday in La Liga.

The hosts will be under new management after Gaizka Garitano was sacked after victory over Elche. Athletic subsequently confirmed that Marcelino will take over.

Barcelona head into the match after a narrow win over Huesca but will surely need to produce an improved display if they are to take home all three points.

Let’s look at how they might line up:

Defence

ESP: SD Huesca-FC Barcelona. La Liga Santander.
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Ronald Koeman reverted back to a four-man defense against Huesca after dabbling with three center-backs and may decide to stick with the same backline.