Rested Xavi = Fresh legs Xavi = Impact on the game Xavi
I love Xavi, and he's been excellent this season, but I don't know what he can bring vs Atletico, who will sit back and try to counter. Need players who can 1) penetrate or shoot from distance, and 2) protect against the counter. There isn't a need for a conductor until a lead is established. Xavi would do okay, but just moving the ball around the outside of the box seeing if any of the attacking trio can break through.
Not really sure who to use with Iniesta- Rafinha?
At least Barça won't have to beat Courtois this time.