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Karim Adeyemi makes first Barcelona start against Birmingham City wearing No. 14
Karim Adeyemi will make his first start for Barcelona in the club's friendly against Birmingham City, wearing the No. 14 jersey.
Karim Adeyemi will make his first start for Barcelona in the club's friendly against Birmingham City, wearing the No. 14 jersey.
The German forward has been named in the starting lineup, while Raphinha begins the match among the substitutes.
Adeyemi headlines Barcelona's starting XI
Barcelona will line up with Szczesny; Xavi Espart, Christensen, Gerard Martín, Jofre Torrents; Casadó, Bernal, Tunkara; Adeyemi, Hamza and Kluivert.
Adeyemi's inclusion in the starting lineup while wearing the No. 14 shirt is one of the biggest talking points ahead of kickoff against Birmingham City.
Balde impressed by Adeyemi's pace
Ahead of the match, Alejandro Balde praised the German forward and said the pair have already developed a good relationship.
"He hasn't been here long, but we've spoken a lot already. I think we've built a good relationship. He seems like a calm guy. I hope he helps us a lot this season, and I'm sure he will."
Balde also highlighted the quality that has impressed him the most.
"He's very fast. He's a player I've known about for a long time, and I've been impressed by just how quick he is."
