Barcelona is facing last-placed Real Valladolid in a La Liga 2024-25 fixture at the Jose Zorrilla Stadium on Saturday.
This league clash for the Catalans comes after a high-octane UEFA Champions League semifinal first leg match against Inter Milan which ended 3-3.
Why is Lamine Yamal not starting in Barcelona vs Real Valladolid?
Star winger Lamine Yamal was not named in Barcelona’s starting line-up ahead of kick-off against Real Valladolid in La Liga.
This decision perhaps was taken by head coach Hansi Flick with his mind on a crucial return leg in the Champions League semifinals against Inter away from home.
Moreover, the 17-year-old was seen reportedly sustain a niggle on his left adductor muscle ahead of the match against Inter Milan. However, the youngster did play the full length of the game and even scored.
Amongst substitutes against Valladolid were also Raphinha, Dani Olmo, Frenkie de Jong, and goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny.
