FCBN Cover 03/05/2025: IN SEARCH OF ANOTHER FEAT!

Published New:5/03/2025 - 01:02h

Updated New:5/03/2025 - 11:36h

Lisbon tests the ambition of the Catalans in the Champions

FC BARCELONA NEWS Cover for Wednesday, March 5, 2025: FC Barcelona faces the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 against Benfica in Lisbon with ambition, where they will seek another feat against the Portuguese, as in their last group stage match. With a game based on possession and high pressing, Hansi Flick's team is confident in their good European form to steer the tie in their favor, despite the possible absence of Gavi.

The defensive solidity, with young players like Pau Cubarsí, and the experience of key players like Lewandowski will be crucial to contain Benfica and find the goal. Barça knows that a positive result at the Estádio da Luz could be key to sealing the tie in Montjuïc.