Fermin Lopez trains in protective mask ahead of Barcelona vs Celta

TL;DR

Fermin Lopez of FC Barcelona trained in a protective mask after suffering a facial injury against Atletico Madrid. His return is timely as Barcelona prepares for their La Liga match against Celta Vigo.

Key points

Fermin Lopez trained in a protective mask after a facial injury
Barcelona prepares for a La Liga match against Celta Vigo
Marc Bernal is expected to return from an ankle sprain

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Fermin Lopez of FC Barcelona during training prior to the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 match between Atletico de Madrid and Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid, Spain, on April 13. (Photo by Guillermo Martinez/NurPhoto via Getty Images) | NurPhoto via Getty Images Fermin Lopez was back in training on Sunday as Barcelona continue preparations for their next La Liga clash against Celta Vigo in midweek. The midfielder was wearing a protective mask after suffering a nasty facial injury against Atletico in the Champions League that required stitches. The news will be a boost for Barcelona and means that Lopez looks set to be available for Hansi Flick’s side when they return to La Liga action on Wednesday. There was still no sign of Marc Bernal on Sunday but it is hoped that he will he passed fit in time for the match at Camp Nou. Bernal has been sidelined recently with an ankle sprain, with local media reporting he is expected to be available to face Celta. Barcelona now have just seven games of the season left to play and – with a nine-point lead at the top of the table – will be eager to wrap up the title as quickly as possible.

Q&A

Why is Fermin Lopez wearing a protective mask during training?

Fermin Lopez is wearing a protective mask due to a facial injury he sustained against Atletico Madrid that required stitches.

When is Barcelona's next match against Celta Vigo?

Barcelona's next match against Celta Vigo is scheduled for Wednesday.

What is the current status of Marc Bernal's injury?

Marc Bernal is recovering from an ankle sprain and is expected to be available for the match against Celta Vigo.