Barcelona predicted lineup vs Celta Vigo - La Liga | OneFootball

Barcelona were beaten for the first time in 2025 on Tuesday night, but their first progression into the Champions League semi-finals for six years was ample consolation.

Barca eventually struggled through their quarter-final tie with Borussia Dortmund after running riot in the first leg, with Hansi Flick's side producing a performance which allowed questions regarding potential fatigue to surface.

The German hasn't been one for relentless rotation, and a couple of his stars, especially given the nature of Barca's style under the German, may be starting to feel the effects.

We should learn a little bit more on Saturday as Celta Vigo come to town, with the visitors aiming to close the gap on Real Betis in sixth. This is a tricky game for the hosts, and here's the starting lineup Flick could pick.

Barcelona advanced into the Champions League semi-finals on Tuesday night / Boris Streubel/GettyImages

GK: Wojciech Szczesny - A big decision is looming for Flick, with Marc-Andre ter Stegen closing in on a return. For now, Szczesny remains Barca's number one.

RB: Jules Kounde - There are few alternatives for the manager to consider at right-back. Araujo has performed a specialist function out wide in the past, but Celta aren't blessed with a Vinicius Junior-like figure in need of containing.

CB: Pau Cubarsi - The teenager will be thrilled to learn that Barca don't have to travel to Dortmund anymore this season. Cubarsi hasn't enjoyed his two trips to Signal Iduna Park. Nevertheless, he should keep his place at centre-back against a Celta team that are astute without possession.

CB: Inigo Martinez - Barcelona are a better team when Martinez is partnering Cubarsi. That was clear again on Tuesday.

LB: Gerard Martin - Alejandro Balde's absence is big for Barca, but he should be back by the start of May. Martin will continue in his place.

CM: Frenkie de Jong - The Dutchman has enjoyed a sustained run in the team, and he'll likely be retained in Barcelona's midfield despite the manager having several other options to call upon. Eric Garcia and Gavi can't replicate De Jong's ability in possession, however.

CM: Pedri - Flick wisely handed Pedri some respite in midweek, and the Spaniard will be back in the team this weekend. The Spaniard was excellent off the bench in Dortmund.

RW: Lamine Yamal - Yamal seemingly has to start every game. There's no room for a breather.

AM: Dani Olmo - After a fast start, Olmo's debut season in Catalonia has been rather tame. The Spaniard has been hindered by legal disputes and injuries, in fairness. He's a key part of this team when on song.

LW: Ferran Torres - Ferran could find himself in the team on Saturday as part of Barca's squad rotation. The Spaniard has been ever so reliable for the Blaugrana this term, especially in 2025.

ST: Robert Lewandowski - The striker has a comfortable lead over Kylian Mbappe in the race for the Pichichi, and Lewandowski will benefit from the Frenchman's suspension. However, he'll nonetheless want to play as much as he can in La Liga before the season's out.