Barcelona vs Real Madrid live: semi-finals of the Copa del Rey

Keylor is also making his debut while Solari is keen on the change of goalkeeper of Copa.

Suárez proved himself before the match. A lot of pressure on him for him to be the leader in attack in the absence of Messi. No problem for him, no doubt.

Vinicius is the youngest player to have played in the Clásico for Real Madrid this century and only 18 years old. He is second in Higuain, then Ramos and Varane.

The tonsillitis of Dembele opened the door to Malcom and the absence of Messi to Coutinho. Chances are they will not be as powerful as they would be with this attacking duo, but what a chance for both Brazilians.

What could be worse for Real Madrid is that Messi is on the bench. You're sitting there, afraid to wait until he comes …

There was a belief that Aleña could be the one who will replace Messi but it is Malcom instead. He has had a lot of trouble since arriving at Barca, but a beautiful scene tonight to show what he has.

Valverde said that Messi would be a last minute decision yesterday and that he was excluded from the team. He had trained with the team last night but Valverde opted for precaution. He could still play a role.

Vermaelen does not qualify while Valverde leaves him out of the group.

Barcelona XI: Ter Stegen, Semedo, Pique, Lenglet, Alba, Busquets, Rakitic, Arthur, Malcom, Coutinho, Suarez.

Reports suggest that Messi is on the bench in Barcelona tonight because he is not 100% fit to play.

Vinicius begins this is not a lost trip to Sylvinho, the scout of Titus, who was sent to Barcelona to monitor him.

Speaking of white stripes, Barcelona rejected Nike's proposal to have them wear a white jersey next year.

Isco misses again because he stays in the cold. Bartomeu said that he would be willing to discuss with Real Madrid about a potential deal. It might be a good opportunity to talk to him tonight.

Real Madrid XI: Keylor Navas; Carvajal, Varane, Ramos, Marcelo; Marcos Llorente, Kroos, Modric; Lucas Vázquez, Benzema, Vinicius.

Solari could make up to seven changes on the side that beat Alavés and the reports suggest that he has already made several important decisions!

Welcome to our live online coverage of Clásico in Copa del Rey. The kickoff of Camp Nou will take place at 21:00 CET.