Real Madrid: It's hard to see how Real Madrid will attack this game. It's a good opportunity for younger players to test themselves against Barcelona as the starting lineup is mostly settled for Carlo Ancelotti heading into the season. There are reports that in training Ancelotti has been testing Eden Hazard as a false nine so that could be something to watch. Otherwise, it's just another match to get fitness before defending their league and Champions League titles.
Barcelona: While lineups don't really matter in friendlies, all eyes will be on Xavi and Frenkie de Jong. With the midfielder still attracting interest from Manchester United, he was used as a center back during the Inter Miami friendly but will be needed in midfield if he stays at Barcelona this season unless Xavi looks to change to a back three formation. Seeing how Barcelona attack the game will be important as Xavi is figuring out his rotations for both the league and Champions Leauge.
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