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Should Raphinha play against Real Betis ahead of a crucial week for Barcelona?

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick shared some very good news at a press conference on Friday as he confirmed that captain Raphinha will be available for selection for Saturday’s La Liga match away to Real Betis. The forward missed the first…

By Renato Gonçalves · Barca Blaugranes

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 12:02 PM

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Barca Blaugranes asks whether Raphinha should play against Real Betis ahead of crucial upcoming matches.
Manager Hansi Flick confirmed Raphinha is available after missing two games with a muscle issue.
Flick stressed he will manage the forward's minutes cautiously before facing PSG and Real Madrid.

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Barcelona manager Hansi Flick announced that captain Raphinha is available for Saturday's La Liga fixture against Real Betis following a minor muscle issue sustained while in Brazil. Although the forward is eager to return after missing two matches, Flick emphasized a cautious approach regarding his minutes due to an upcoming demanding schedule.

Renato Gonçalves asks readers whether Raphinha should feature against Real Betis given Barcelona's impending Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain and the season's first El Clásico against Real Madrid. Flick also confirmed that midfielder Frenkie de Jong is available for selection.

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