Saturday, May 2, 2026
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Barcelona edges closer to La Liga title as Raphinha returns from injury

Barcelona are 11 points clear at the top of La Liga and could wrap up the championship this weekend after Hansi Flick got back one of his key players. Raphinha, the winger who has been a crucial part of the club's attacking play this season, is back from injury and available for selection as the Spanish giants prepare for their next fixture.

Flick's side have built a commanding lead over their nearest challengers, and with Raphinha's return, Barcelona look even stronger in their push to end the season as champions. The Brazilian winger's absence has been felt in recent weeks, but his presence on the pitch gives the team another dimension in attack that has been hard to replicate with other options.

Barcelona's form this season has been impressive under Flick. The team's attacking prowess combined with their defensive stability has made them the side to beat in the Spanish top flight. With 11 points separating them from the chasing pack, they are in a position where they can afford small slip-ups and still claim the title.

Raphinha's injury forced Flick to shuffle his attacking lineup, with other wingers stepping up to fill the void. However, the return of the winger means Barcelona have more options and more firepower heading into the final stretch of the season. If Barcelona win their game this weekend, depending on results elsewhere, they could be crowned champions with several matches still remaining on the calendar.