Overview
Barcelona brings to the United States a relatively unknown team as many of their stars are still unable to concentrate after the EURO and Copa America 2024. However, the team under the guidance of coach Hansi Flick is achieving an impressive record.
With a team mostly consisting of young players, Blaugrana still excelled in defeating Manchester City on penalties after a draw in regular time. They then continued to achieve a 2-1 victory over arch-rival Real Madrid.
It can be said that Flick is blowing a new wave of positive energy into Barca's gameplay. They are attacking directly and playing faster than under Xavi's time. Young talents like Pau Victor or Pablo Torre have also exceeded expectations.
After overcoming the two challenging tests of Man City and Real Madrid, Barcelona will conclude their US tour by facing AC Milan. The Serie A representative is also in high form during their US tour, having defeated both Man City (3-2) and Real Madrid (1-0) in succession.
Differing from Barcelona, Milan did not lose too many players due to the EURO and Copa America 2024. Along with early concentration and warm-up matches, Milan has found their rhythm and ball feeling.
In general, both teams have been in high form recently and this promises to be an exciting match. Given the nature of the friendly match, both teams are likely to prioritize attacking over defense and are expected to score many goals.
Team Status
With Barcelona, Frenkie de Jong and Gavi will not be able to play due to injury. Left-back Alejandro Balde has recovered but is likely to start from the bench.
On the other side, AC Milan will be without Simon Kjaer, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, and Samuel Chukwueze due to injury.
Probable Lineup:
Barcelona: Ter Stegen, Kounde, Cubarsi, Martinez, Cancelo, Pedri, Christensen, Gundogan, Victor, Raphinha, Lewandowski.
AC Milan: Mirante, Calabria, Gabbia, Tomori, Thiaw, Bennacer, Liberali, Pulisic, Musah, Leao, Nasti.
The match between Barcelona vs AC Milan will take place at 6:30 AM on August 7 (Vietnam time).
