FC Barcelona Vs AC Milan Preview: Barca looking to complete the Preseason undefeated

FC Barcelona is arriving in the fixture against AC Milan with consecutive wins against two of the best European clubs. Winning it 4-1 on penalties against Manchester City and dominating their Clasico rivals in the first El Clasico of the season, Flick's side is showing what they are capable of doing even with their young prodigies. However, Barca's next challenge feels different as AC Milan has already conquered the same opponents as a part of their preseason tour.

FC Barcelona Vs AC Milan Preview

FC Barcelona line up next against AC Milan on 6th August in their last preseason fixture of the US Tour. Though Barcelona has emerged invincible against the likes of Manchester City and Real Madrid, the Blaugrana club would face tough competition from the Milan club, which has achieved a similar feat in the Preseason. AC Milan, having the likes of stars like Chukwueze, Pulisic, Tomori, Saelemaekers, and Luka Jovic, would be challenging for Flick's side to keep it going against AC Milan.

Considering the last two performances of the sensational youngster Pau Victor, the Blaugrana club would have high hopes for the youngster to deliver against the Italy Giants. Accounting for 3 of the four in-play goals for FC Barcelona, Pau's brilliance has been pivotal in Barcelona's success. Not only for the Catalan club, but the match would also have utmost importance regarding Pau's situation in the Barcelona camp, as Flick has been considering him in his next season plans in a crucial role.

The sensational duo of Marc Bernal and Marc Casado in the pivot position and Torre attacking from the front would have the responsibility of bolstering the midfield. So far, it has been a dream campaign for these youngsters, with the Casado-Bernal duo being rock solid and Torre being a significant goal contributor, and they would hope to continue the same way.

Filling in the defensive role, eyes will be on Alex Valle, who has been the shining talent of the preseason tour for FC Barcelona. Having the versatility to switch between the full-backs, Valle was crucial in stooping Vini Jr. in the El Clasico, despite him being a natural left back. In him, Barca views a potential permanent full-back, and thus, it would be a great opportunity for Valle to prove his place.

Scoreline Prediction

With both clubs coming into the fixture after defeating Man City and Real Madrid, it would be an electrifying fixture between Barcelona and AC Milan that looks set to be an all-time classic. However, analyzing from a neutral perspective, Flick's Barcelona side has looked much better till now, with the German's tactics putting pressure throughout the game on the opposition side.

Considering the scenario in which Barcelona finds themselves currently, with key players like Ter Stegen, Jules Kounde, and Raphinha back, it wouldn't be unfair to predict a scoreline of 2-1, favoring the Catalan Giants.