"With the November international break coming to an end, Barcelona are set to resume their campaign this weekend as they take on Athletic Club at Camp Nou. The game will mark the first time since Barcelona have played at the iconic stadium after two and a half years. Heading into this game, there was much anticipation surrounding Lamine Yamal, who even teased on social media about starting a new era at Camp Nou."
"According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona's aim is to get Yamal back to full fitness ahead of the Champions League clash against Chelsea next midweek. The report suggests that the youngster did partially train with the group yesterday, and Barcelona's priority is to ensure the player gets rid of the groin pain. While Barcelona do not rule out Yamal playing a few minutes against Athletic Club, their bigger goal is to have him available for the Chelsea tie."
"This is hardly surprising as Barcelona are in a precarious position in the UCL, with two wins in four matches so far this season. If the Catalans fail to win against Chelsea, it will serve as a major blow to their chances of finishing inside the top eight and securing a direct qualification to the Round of 16 stage. Yamal's presence, therefore, could indeed prove to be critical as Barcelona look to move up places in the UCL table."
Camp Nou will host Barcelona versus Athletic Club this weekend, marking the first match at the stadium in two and a half years. Lamine Yamal generated anticipation after teasing a new era on social media. Yamal is unlikely to start due to Barcelona prioritising his recovery ahead of the Champions League clash with Chelsea. He partially trained with the group as the club focuses on eliminating his groin pain. Barcelona may allow a few minutes against Athletic Club but aim to have him fully available for Chelsea. Barcelona hold two wins in four UCL matches and risk missing direct qualification without a Chelsea win.
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