FC Barcelona return to La Liga action this Sunday with a key clash away to Sevilla at the Sanchez-Pizjuan. The Catalans head into the match looking to bounce back after a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the midweek, a result that stung given Barca were overwhelming favourites on the night, softfootball reports.
Speaking in Saturday's press conference via the teams official website , coach Hansi Flick highlighted the challenge that awaits in Andalusia, pointing to Sevilla's identity and intensity as reasons why his side will need to be at their best,Flick said
One major blow for Barca is the absence of Lamine Yamal. The 17-year-old, who just scooped the prestigious Kopa Trophy for the second year in a row, will miss the game and, as Softfootball earlier reported, is set to be sidelined for three weeks . Flick confirmed the youngster's situation but insisted he would be managed carefully, Flick explained