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Where to watch Athletic - Barcelona? Probable line-ups, preview, and where to watch it on TV
The Spanish Super Cup kicks off today on Wednesday, January 8 with an exciting match between Athletic Club and FC Barcelona. Both teams are looking to secure a spot in the grand final to be played this Sunday. Here we detail the schedule, the platforms to follow the match on TV, and the probable line-ups of the teams.
Probable line-up of Athletic Club
Athletic Club
Ernesto Valverde, coach of the Bilbao team, faces the match with uncertainties surrounding three of his key players: Oihan Sancet, Ruiz de Galarreta, and Yeray Álvarez. Although all three were called up, only Galarreta and Yeray managed to train normally. Meanwhile, Sancet continues to be absent from the group, and his presence in the starting eleven appears ruled out.
Another significant absence would be Nico Williams, who did not participate in Tuesday's training due to a left ankle contusion. Caution suggests he won't be in the starting lineup, although he could be on the bench. In goal, Unai Simón will lead the team, solidifying his position as a starter in this competition.
Probable line-up of Athletic Club:
Unai Simón; De Marcos, Vivian, Paredes, Yuri; Galarreta, Jauregizar; Iñaki Williams, Unai Gómez, Berenguer; Guruzeta.
Probable line-up of FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona
The team of Hansi Flick also arrives with significant doubts, especially regarding the availability of Lamine Yamal. The young forward has trained with the group after recovering from an ankle injury, but the coaching staff will not take excessive risks. According to sources like Diario AS, he could play between 70 and 75 minutes.
Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor, although available, will not play in the match, so Gavi, Fermín López, or even Frenkie de Jong could fill those midfield positions.
In goal, Iñaki Peña seems to have the edge over Wojciech Szczesny, who recently debuted in the Copa del Rey. In defense, no significant changes are expected, although Ronald Araújo is now available.
Probable line-up of FC Barcelona:
Iñaki Peña; Koundé, Pau Cubarsí, Iñigo Martínez, Alejandro Balde; Marc Casadó, Pedri; Lamine Yamal, Gavi or Fermín, Raphinha; Lewandowski.
Schedule and where to watch the match
The match between Athletic and Barcelona will start today, Wednesday, January 8th at 8:00 PM (CET) at the King Abdullah Sport City Stadium located in Jeddah.
It can be watched live on the following TV channels:
Movistar Plus+, Movistar Supercopa de España, M+ #Vamos Bar, and LaLiga TV Bar.
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