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Barca's Firepower Ignites Camp Nou: Rafinha Returns as Lewandowski and Yamal Lead the Charge vs Frankfurt

9 December 2025

Barca's Firepower Ignites Camp Nou: Rafinha Returns as Lewandowski and Yamal Lead the Charge vs Frankfurt
Barca host Eintracht Frankfurt in a Champions League clash at Camp Nou.

Lineups and Context

German coach Hans Flick announced Barcelona's starting lineup for their clash with Eintracht Frankfurt at Camp Nou, in the UEFA Champions League group stage on Tuesday. Rafinha returned from a minor injury to take part for Barca.

Alongside Rafinha, the forward duo consisted of Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal. The rest of the Barcelona eleven included a mix of defenders and midfielders, while Frankfurt named a familiar lineup as well.

Barcelona currently hold seven points and sit eighteenth in the Champions League table, whereas Frankfurt are twenty-eighth with four points. Barca's group still looks tight, and a win would tighten the race, while Frankfurt chase a rare upset to boost their campaign.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who returned for Barcelona?

Rafinha returned from a minor injury to play for Barca.

Who led the Barcelona attack?

The forward duo was Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal, with Rafinha supporting.

What were the group standings after the match?

Barcelona had seven points in eighteenth place; Frankfurt had four points in twenty-eighth.