Overview
- Hansi Flick told reporters he feels optimistic and confident about the match and refused to stoke controversy over referees, saying he trusts match officials.
- Three centre‑backs — Jules Koundé, Eric García and Andreas Christensen — did not train and are likely to miss the game, narrowing Barcelona's selection options.
- Flick appears set to repeat a back four of Xavi Espart, Pau Cubarsí, Gerard Martín and João Cancelo after that unit conceded four goals in Paris.
- Juan Martínez Munuera was confirmed as the match referee and Lamine Yamal is expected to make his first appearance at Camp Nou.
- Flick warned that Real Madrid are strong on set pieces and physical duels and said Barcelona have specifically trained to defend those situations, which will shape the game plan.