The highlight fixture of the weekend in world soccer is the fourth and final El Clásico of the season between Barcelona and Real Madrid, a match with significant La Liga title implications.
Barcelona are fresh off exiting the Champions League semifinals in an agonizing extra-time loss to Inter Milan midweek. Real Madrid, on the other hand, have had a week to prepare for what is now their most important game of the season after defeating Celta Vigo 3–2 last time out.
Two weeks have gone by since the Catalans bested Real Madrid 3–2 in extra time of a thrilling Copa Del Rey final to collect their second piece of silverware of the year whilst also maintaining their perfect record over their bitter rivals this season.
Jules Koundé was the match-winner a fortnight ago but the Frenchman will miss Sunday's clash with a hamstring injury. Los Blancos are dealing with significant injuries of their own which will force Carlo Ancelotti to get creative with his lineup, especially in defense.
The heartache of the loss at San Siro is still fresh, but as Lamine Yamal remarked on social media in the aftermath of the Tuesday's defeat, Real Madrid's visit on Sunday is a final and Barcelona must be ready to take a crucial step towards conquering the La Liga throne .
Here's how Barcelona could lineup vs. Real Madrid on Sunday, May 11.
