Sun Nov 24 00:35:08 UTC 2024: ## Barcelona Faces Celta Vigo Without Star Winger Yamal

**Barcelona, Spain** – Barcelona will be without teenage sensation Lamine Yamal for their La Liga clash against Celta Vigo on Saturday. The 17-year-old winger is out with an ankle injury, leaving coach Hansi Flick to ponder how his team will cope without the vital attacking player. Barcelona has lost both matches Yamal has missed this season: a 4-2 defeat to Osasuna and a 1-0 loss to Real Sociedad.

Flick admitted Yamal’s absence is significant, stating, “Lamine is very important for us,” but expressed confidence in his squad’s ability to adapt. He plans to discuss the challenge directly with his players, saying, “I will ask the team this tomorrow…we have players who can play (instead of) him.” Potential replacements include Raphinha, Dani Olmo, Fermin Lopez, Pablo Torre, and Pau Victor.

Meanwhile, midfielder Gavi is expected to start after recovering from a long-term injury. The team also received a morale boost from Lionel Messi’s recent praise, with the Inter Miami star hailing Barcelona’s “spectacular” performances this season. Flick called Messi’s comments “an honour.” Despite the absence of their young star, Barcelona, currently topping the La Liga table, aims to continue their winning streak.

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