Good news for Flick: Raphinha included in Barcelona squad for match against Betis

Barcelona will face Real Betis in the ninth round of the Spanish league. The main news ahead of the match is Raphinha's return to the Catalan squad: the Brazilian winger will start the game on the bench.

The footballer picked up an injury while on international duty and missed Barcelona's previous two matches — against Getafe and Galatasaray. Raphinha is now ready to help the team again, but the coaching staff have decided not to take any risks and will keep him in reserve at the start of the game.

The Brazilian's absence was keenly felt by the Catalan side, given his impressive goalscoring form this season. Raphinha has registered 14 goals and three assists in eight matches. His return could provide a major boost during the game if Flick decides to send the winger onto the pitch.

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Lamine Yamal was unsurprisingly named in Barcelona's starting lineup. The Catalan side have travelled to face Real Betis looking to extend their winning streak this season.