A surprising move from Hansi Flick! The German manager intends to discipline one of Barcelona’s standout stars and key players by keeping him on the bench for tonight’s clash against Real Betis!

Barcelona is set to face Real Betis tonight at the Montjuïc Stadium in a crucial La Liga encounter, part of the 30th round of the season.

This match is particularly important for the Catalan side as they look to build momentum and secure a confidence-boosting victory ahead of their highly anticipated UEFA Champions League clash with Borussia Dortmund.

Currently, Barcelona sits at the top of the La Liga table with 66 points, holding a narrow three-point lead over arch-rivals Real Madrid and a seven-point advantage over third-placed Atlético Madrid, coached by Diego Simeone.

However, the buildup to this game has been marked by a surprising decision from head coach Hansi Flick. According to Spanish media outlet “El Nacional,” Flick has opted to bench one of Barcelona’s most promising young talents, Lamine Yamal, for tonight’s fixture. Instead of starting the teenage winger, Flick will give the nod to Ferran Torres in the attacking lineup.

The move is believed to be disciplinary in nature, following Yamal’s visible frustration after being substituted during the second leg of the Copa del Rey semi-final against Atlético Madrid. Reports suggest that Flick is using this decision as a form of punishment, reinforcing discipline within the squad ahead of the season’s critical final stretch.

Despite this internal development, Barcelona is expected to field a strong lineup for the match against Real Betis.

The probable starting eleven includes Wojciech Szczęsny in goal; a defensive line featuring Jules Koundé, Ronald Araújo, Pau Kobarci, and Alejandro Balde; a midfield trio of Frenkie de Jong, Pedri González, and Fermín López; and a front three comprising Robert Lewandowski, Ferran Torres, and Raphinha.

Tonight’s match is seen as a key opportunity for Barcelona to maintain their lead in the title race and set the tone for their Champions League campaign. With the pressure mounting and tensions rising within the team, all eyes will be on how the players respond on the pitch and whether Flick’s tough call regarding Yamal will pay off.

The outcome could have significant implications not just for the league standings but also for the unity and morale of the Barcelona squad heading into a crucial phase of the season.