In a surprise tactical decision, Barcelona boss Hansi Flick has announced that star forward Robert Lewandowski will begin tonight’s Champions League semi-final second leg against Inter Milan on the bench. The two European powerhouses are tied at 3-3 on aggregate, and the stage is set for a thrilling encounter at the Camp Nou.
Flick justified his choice at the pre-match press conference, mentioning the strategic rotation and the need for a sudden injection of power off the benches. “We have a strong squad, and all decisions are about giving our team the best opportunity to win,” he said, not ruling out the possibility that Lewandowski might still have a crucial say in the second half if necessary.
Barcelona will most probably rely on the speed and ingenuity of their younger forwards to pierce Inter’s tight defense early on in the game. Inter Milan, on the other hand, come into the game in great form and should retain their standard attacking pairing in the hopes of capitalizing on any weaknesses in Barca’s reorganized front line.
With a Champions League final spot at stake, tonight’s match is expected to be explosive. Fans from both camps are eager for an enthralling duel, and Lewandowski sitting on the bench only adds more drama to a high-stakes encounter.
