Ter Stegen Returns as Barcelona Faces Real Madrid in Copa del Rey Final

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen has returned to the squad for the Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid after being sidelined for over six months due to a knee injury. Although Ter Stegen has been declared fit and included in the matchday squad, Wojciech Szczesny is expected to remain the starting goalkeeper for the final. Barcelona will be without key striker Robert Lewandowski, who is out with a muscle injury, but Ferran Torres is set to lead the attack alongside Lamine Yamal and Raphinha. The team remains in contention for a treble, having already secured the Spanish Supercopa and holding a lead in LaLiga, while also competing in the Champions League semifinals. The squad announcement also confirmed the continued absence of Alejandro Balde and a few others due to injury. Overall, Ter Stegen's return marks a significant boost for Barcelona as they approach a crucial stage of the season.