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Barcelona Prepares for Real Betis Test While Managing Packed Schedule

With a Champions League quarterfinal and Copa del Rey final ahead, Barcelona aims to extend its La Liga lead against an in-form Betis side missing playmaker Isco.

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Soccer Football - Copa del Rey - Semi Final - Second Leg - Atletico Madrid v FC Barcelona - Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain - April 2, 2025 FC Barcelona coach Hansi Flick before the match REUTERS/Juan Medina
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Overview

  • Barcelona leads La Liga with 66 points, maintaining a three-point edge over Real Madrid with nine matches left in the season.
  • Manager Hansi Flick is focused on Saturday's match against Real Betis, emphasizing squad rotation to address player fatigue ahead of Wednesday's Champions League quarterfinal against Borussia Dortmund.
  • Real Betis, riding a six-match winning streak in La Liga, will be without suspended playmaker Isco Alarcón, a key contributor to their recent success.
  • Barcelona remains undefeated in 2025 across all competitions, with a 21-game streak showcasing their dominance under Flick's leadership.
  • Midfielder Gavi is confirmed fit for the Betis clash, while young star Lamine Yamal may be rested after sustaining a minor ankle knock earlier this week.