FC Barcelona's squad list for its Champions League league phase trip to Benfica on Tuesday had an unexpected surprise when published at the turn of the week.

Barcelona are set to resume their UCL campaign on Tuesday as they take on SL Benfica at the Estádio da Luz in their seventh league game of the season. The Blaugrana have been in formidable form,

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has played down talk of his side lifting the Champions League trophy this year, insisting he is only focused on winning Tuesday's clash at Benfica.

The UEFA Champions League returns following the break for the Christmas holidays. Two group-stage matches remain in January under this season’s new format, with much at stake.The top eight teams

Barcelona are just about hanging onto the coat tails of Real Madrid in LaLiga, although they have fallen seven points off the top despite some good recent results. Their Champions League run has been spectacular; they are sitting in the second spot in the league phase, just behind Liverpool.

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has on Monday moved to reveal his appreciation for the talents of a member of the attacking ranks at Benfica.This, of course, comes as Barcelona prepare to lock horns

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