Barcelona face a crucial Champions League night as they host Benfica in the second leg of their Round of 16 clash. After securing a narrow 1-0 victory in Portugal, they need at least a draw to progress to the quarter-finals.<\/p>\n
However, coach Hansi Flick has a selection dilemma, with Gavi reportedly pushing for a starting spot. According to El Nacional, the young midfielder has expressed his desire to start after being left out of the starting XI in recent games. This puts Flick in a tough position, as he must decide between Gavi and Dani Olmo, who has been in excellent form and earned the coach\u2019s trust.<\/p>\n
Gavi\u2019s competitive nature and status as a fan favorite make this a delicate decision. If Flick opts for Olmo, it could impact Gavi\u2019s morale and spark dressing-room tensions. On the other hand, Olmo\u2019s creativity and ability to control the midfield are crucial in a high-stakes game like this.<\/p>\n
All eyes are now on Flick\u2019s lineup decision, as Barcelona look to secure their place in the next round while maintaining harmony within the squad.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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