Real Madrid vs Barcelona: Ideal starting XI for the Blaugrana in El Clasico

Forwards

In Neymar’s absence, Messi and Suarez will have a key role to play in tonight’s Clasico. However, it is in Neymar’s position that all the debate lies. With Arda Turan injured and Denis Suarez not completely suited for a role on the wings, the only option is to get Paco Alcacer.

However, with Paco Alcacer’s arrival, Messi’s role will have to undergo a huge change. Alcacer is incapable of playing out wide and should play alongside Suarez, this means that Messi should start in the hole and act as a link between midfield and attack.

Bought from Valencia in the summer, Alcacer like Andre Gomes has struggled to make an impact, but due to the absence of Neymar and Arda Turan’s injury, the 23-year-old striker should get an opportunity to impress tonight.

The attacking line-up for Barcelona should ideally be – Attacking midfielder (Hole): Lionel Messi Forwards: Luis Suarez, Paco Alcacer