Lewandowski Returns for Barcelona’s Inter Clash

Barcelona have confirmed star striker Robert Lewandowski returns to their 23-man squad for the Champions League semi-final second leg against Inter Milan, after missing four matches, including the Copa del Rey final win over Real Madrid, due to a left thigh injury. Lewandowski, the team's top scorer with 40 goals, is expected to start on the bench and will only play if necessary, according to coach Hansi Flick. The squad remains without injured full-backs Alejandro Balde and Jules Kounde, prompting defensive adjustments. Young players Landry Farre and Noah Darvich have been called up to the traveling group. The first leg ended in a 3-3 draw, with the aggregate winner advancing to face Paris Saint-Germain or Arsenal in the final. Flick has praised Lewandowski's professionalism and rapid recovery.