Real Betis will enter the League against Barcelona with an altered eleven compared to the Champions League match with Porto. Coach Manuel Pellegrini has decided to reserve Isco, who remains on the bench, and has incorporated former Real Madrid player Ceballos in midfield. The opening squad has Valles, Bellerín, Llorente, Valentín Gómez, Fran García, Facundo Bernal, Ceballos, Fornals, Lo Celso, Ez Abde and Cucho up front.
Pellegrini has made eight changes compared to the Champions League lineup, reflecting the need to manage the busy schedule that combines league matches and European competitions every three days. Among the players who do not appear in the initial draw are Diego Conde, Manu González, Bartra, Ángel Ortiz, Natan, Antony, Riquelme, Isco, Marc Roca, Fidalgo, Nelson Deossa, Morante and Parrot. Betis is also affected by the losses of Junior Firpo and Aitor Ruibal, which further limits the number of available options.
As for Barcelona, the Catalan team will begin its match at La Cartuja with a lineup that includes Joan García, Koundé, Cubarsí, Gerard Martín and Espart in defense; Rodri, Pedri and Fermín in the center of the field; and Lamine Yamal, Gabriel Jesus and Adeyemi up front. The arrival of Adeyemi stands out as the main novelty of the Blaugrana team.
Betis, with its current form, seeks to take advantage of having fresh players in good physical condition. The decision to replace Isco with Ceballos indicates a tactical approach that prioritizes energy and creativity in midfield, while the coach keeps his reserves ready to cover any eventuality during the match. The result of this strategy will depend on Betis' ability to maintain defensive cohesion and capitalize on attacking opportunities against a Barcelona that is also in the process of adaptation after the incorporation of new players.