Barcelona's Injury Updates Ahead of Villarreal Match

Lewandowski Returns After Hamstring Injury

Barcelona's star striker Robert Lewandowski is set to return to the lineup for their upcoming LaLiga match against Villarreal. Coach Hansi Flick confirmed that Lewandowski has recovered from his hamstring issue that kept him sidelined for the last two matches. The return of Lewandowski is expected to significantly boost Barcelona's attacking capabilities as they face Villarreal at their home ground.

Pedri to Continue Absence Due to Ongoing Recovery

On the other hand, midfielder Pedri will remain out of action. Pedri has been struggling with a hamstring injury that has already forced him to miss the recent Copa del Rey match. The latest update indicates that Pedri's recovery is still ongoing, and he is not yet ready to return to the pitch. This absence will be a significant loss for Barcelona as Pedri has been an integral part of their midfield strategy.

Tactical Implications for Barcelona

The return of Lewandowski will provide a much-needed boost to Barcelona's attack. However, the continued absence of Pedri will require some tactical adjustments from Coach Hansi Flick. The team will need to adapt their midfield strategy to compensate for Pedri's absence while leveraging Lewandowski's goal-scoring abilities to secure a positive result against Villarreal.