Preparations for Saturday's game continue

The international break is finally over for FC Barcelona. Although training began on Thursday, including almost every international player, Raphinha was still to arrive after playing two games for Brazil.

However, the winger is now back with Xavi Hernández and the squad as preparations for Saturday's game against Real Betis at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys continue (kick off 9pm CEST). This is also an opportunity for Raphinha to make his home debut this season after being sent off in the first game against Getafe. Now sanction free, he will be wanting to express himself on the pitch once again.

The training session featured every available first team player plus Unai Hernández and Marc Casadó from Barça Atlètic. The venue was Camp Tito Vilanova at the Ciudad Esportiva, with all efforts focused on a winning return to club competition and avoiding any lasting effects from the player's international commitments.