Predicted teams Real Betis-Barcelona: Robert Lewandowski returns to form Europe's most prolific attacking trio
After the midweek results, Barcelona moved four points clear at the top of La Liga and will aim to go seven clear of Real Madrid when they take on Real Betis at the Benito Villamarin on Saturday afternoon.
Robert Lewandowski was rested during the 5-1 victory over Mallorca on Tuesday, and as per MDhe will return to the starting line-up against Betis. Ferran Torres will leave, with this being the only change from Son Moix.
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Betis can finally call on the services of Isco Alarcon for the first time in seven months, although he will not start at the Benito Villamarin. Aitor Ruibal is expected to be recalled by Manuel Pellegrini from last weekend's defeat to Real Sociedade, while Barcelona veterans Ez Abde and Vitor Roque are also set to feature in the line-up.
It promises to be a very intriguing match in Seville. Barcelona will start as favorites, though Betis they are more than capable of causing problems despite their poor recent form.