Wojciech Szczesny
BAR
Option off bench
Szczesny will be on the bench for Saturday's game against Sevilla.
Analysis: Even though Szczesny was expected to start following the news that Joan Garcia (knee) wouldn't be starting against Sevilla, it turns out that the veteran goalkeeper will be on the bench. Dominik Livakovic will get the nod instead.
Likely to start vs. Sevilla
Szczesny is expected to start between the posts Saturday against Sevilla due to the absence of Joan Garcia (knee), according to Sergi Capvedila of SPORT.
Analysis: Although signing Dominik Livakovic could've shifted the hierarchy behind Garcia between the posts, Szczesny still seems the clear No. 2 ahead of Livakovic. The Polish goalkeeper committed a mistake when replacing Garcia in the 7-2 win over Racing Santander, but that won't change Hansi Flick's plans to keep him as the starter this upcoming weekend -- and whenever Garcia isn't available.
Concedes three in loss
Szczesny registered three saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Valencia.
Analysis: Szcesny made just his eighth start of the season Saturday and was unable to secure a victory in the season finale. He conceded three goals for the second time this season and also made three saves in his second straight start. It wasn't a great season for him as Joan Garcia's backup as he conceded 15 goals, made 23 saves and did not keep a clean sheet in his eight starts this season.
Makes start in loss
Szczesny made three saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat against Deportivo Alaves.
Analysis: Szczesny got a rare start with the league title wrapped up. He's spent most of the season as a backup option, but got the start Wednesday with nothing left to play for. It was a poor showing from a rotated Barcelona side that have nothing left to play for this season.
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