Barcelona v Betis team news
Centre-backs Pau Cubarsi and Inigo Martinez and forward Raphinha may not start for Barcelona after appearing to limp during the draining win over Atleti.
Midfielder Gavi did not feature in the semi-final because of “discomfort” in his right knee but is now “fine”, according to Flick, although Fermin Lopez is likely to continue to deputise for the 20-year-old.
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“We have to manage this whole issue with so many games ahead,” Flick replied when he was asked whether he will need to rotate.
“It’s normal. I spoke with the experts and together we decided what to do and how many minutes [players] can play each game. We need to have fresh legs on the pitch.”
Right-back Angel Ortiz and midfielder Marc Roca are out injured for the visitors, but playmaker Isco’s suspension for accumulated yellow cards poses the most pressing issue for Pellegrini.
Having returned from a broken leg in December, Isco has contributed six goals and four assists in his last 12 league appearances.
Barca v Real Betis expected line-ups
Barcelona starting XI: Szczesny; Kounde, Araujo, Cubarsi, Balde; De Jong, Pedri; Yamal, Fermin, Raphinha; Lewandowski
Real Betis starting XI: Adrian; Sabaly, Marc Bartra, Diego Llorente, Rodriguez; Johnny, Pablo Fornals; Antony, Lo Celso, Jesus Rodriguez; Cucho
