Barcelona face a major test of their perfect LaLiga start when they visit Real Betis in Matchday 9 on Saturday, October 17.
Hansi Flick’s side have collected 24 points from eight league matches, scoring 34 goals and conceding just seven.
Betis sit third with 19 points, level with second-placed Atlético Madrid but behind on goal difference.
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Manuel Pellegrini’s team have also started the campaign strongly. They beat Osasuna 5-2 in LaLiga before coming from behind to defeat Porto 3-2 in the Champions League.
The question is whether Betis can become the first league opponent to take points off Barcelona this season.
Real Betis vs Barcelona: Match Details
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Competition: LaLiga 2026-27, Matchday 9
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Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
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Kick-off: 6:30 p.m. CEST / 12:30 p.m. ET / 9:30 a.m. PT / 10 p.m. IST
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Venue: Estadio La Cartuja, Seville, Spain
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Barcelona manager: Hansi Flick
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Real Betis manager: Manuel Pellegrini
Barcelona Injury Update: Raphinha And Frenkie De Jong Return
Barcelona have received a boost ahead of the trip to Seville, with Raphinha and Frenkie de Jong returning to the squad.
Raphinha is available again after a muscle problem sustained during the international break. De Jong has also returned after recovering from a knee injury and is available for selection for the first time this season.
However, their inclusion does not guarantee either player will start.
Andreas Christensen and Roony Bardghji remain unavailable, according to Barcelona’s official preview.
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