UEFA CL: Dortmund welcome Barca at the Signa Iduna as Ansu Fati looks to make a new World RECORD

Paco Alcacer’s will pay against his former team today.

UEFA CL: Dortmund welcome Barca at the Signa Iduna as Ansu Fati looks to make a new World RECORD
Ansu Fati looking to make a new record.

Lionel Messi is yet to feature for Barcelona this season in a game. The Argentine was absent in Barca’s 5-2 win against Valencia on Saturday but was declared fit joined the traveling squad to Germany as they take on Inter Milan.

Suarez’s availability is a major boost after been subbed from Barca’s first game against Athletico Bilbao at the San Mames. He marked his return with two goals on Saturday against Valencia and his inclusion in the squad is a huge enhancement for Ernesto Valverde. With impressive run from Griezmann and his in exposure in the competition, the Catalans will definitely take the game to Dortmund.

Ansu Fati will also be looking forward to make a world record of becoming the youngest player ever to goal scorer in the Champions League. The former was Peter Ofori-Quaye who was 17 years and 195 days old.

"Ansu Fati becoming the youngest Barça starter in Champions League history tomorrow? If he plays it's not to break a record, it's because we need him. Fati is an exceptional player and we are very happy with him." said the Barca coach on yesterdays pre-match press conference.

Paco Alcacer’s performance for Dortmund keeps improving match after match. The Spain International has scored in every game for Dortmund this season. The former Valencia man could not hit his peak at the Camp Nou thereby limiting his playing time playing time at Barca, which led to his loan move to Dortmund. Alcacer will play against Barcelona at the Signal Iduna Park this evening and a lot is expected from the former Barca man. BVB will certainly be without summer-signing Schulz, who is sidelined with a thigh injury, while right-back Piszczek might be available.

"I have spoken a few times with Paco, he is very calm about it," said Reus. "It will surely be nice for him and I hope he can help us tomorrow. He is an important player, cool in front of goal and he does not need many chances."

Reus disclosed the need for Lionel Messi to participate in the game at the Signa Iduna.

"I'd be very happy if Messi plays. He is the best player in the world." he added.

Ernesto Valverde did not refuse to speak about the dynamic player Alcacer has grown to become after his exit from the Camp Nou. He defined Dortmund strength as the connection the team has with their fans and expects a great game tonight.

"What I like about Dortmund the most is the connection they have with their fans. They got great players ... Sancho, Reus. Alcácer is a great player and he is showing it. Borussia Dortmund are a team that suits him, he is very accurate. Dortmund can play a possession game very well, but they're also good on the counter. We don't know what they will do tomorrow.