🚨 OFFICIAL: Barcelona RULE OUT Inigo Martinez vs Real Betis
Precautionary move from Flick ahead of Champions League clash!
FC Barcelona have confirmed that Inigo Martinez will not feature tonight against Real Betis due to glute pain. Despite training with the team on Friday, lingering discomfort from muscle overload has led the coaching staff to err on the side of caution — especially with next week’s massive Champions League quarter-final looming against Borussia Dortmund.
The situation:
Martinez played midweek vs Atletico but felt discomfort afterward.
Flick & staff decided not to risk further aggravation.
His absence is precautionary, not long-term.
Barça will rely on Araujo, Garcia, Christensen, and Pau Cubarsi to marshal the defense.
Good news: Christensen is back in the squad after recovering from a calf injury.
With La Liga points still vital and European dreams hanging in the balance, this move underscores Barcelona’s long-term approach to fitness management under Hansi Flick.
Fans will be hoping Martinez is ready to go for Dortmund — but tonight, Barça believe their depth is enough to keep Betis at bay.
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