Why Raphinha, Marc Bernal and Frenkie de Jong must be careful during Barcelona’s clash with Osasuna

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Raphinha, Marc Bernal, and Frenkie de Jong must avoid yellow cards during Barcelona's upcoming match against Osasuna, as they are one booking away from suspension. Missing the next game against Real Madrid could impact Barcelona's title race.

Key points

Raphinha and Marc Bernal returning from injury
Both players are one yellow card away from suspension
Frenkie de Jong also at risk of suspension
Barcelona aims to secure top spot in La Liga
Next match is against Real Madrid in El Clasico

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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 03: Marc Bernal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal with teammate Raphinha during the Copa Del Rey Semi Final Second Leg match between FC Barcelona and Atlético de Madrid at Camp Nou on March 03, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) | Getty Images Raphinha and Marc Bernal are both expected to be part of Barcelona’s squad to face Osasuna on Saturday in La Liga as Hansi Flick’s side return to action. The duo have been out of action recently due to injury but are set to return in a double boost for the Catalan giants as they aim to secure top spot in La Liga. It’s unlikely either player will start at El Sadar but they could get minutes. And if they do, both will have to be careful as they are just one booking away from a one-match ban. Barcelona’s next game is against Real Madrid in El Clasico, a match that neither player will want to miss, particularly if the title is still on the line. The two players are not the other Barca star at risk of suspension for the match against Real Madrid. is also on four yellow cards and will need to be careful on Saturday night.

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Why do Raphinha and Marc Bernal need to be cautious in the match against Osasuna?

Raphinha and Marc Bernal are one yellow card away from a suspension, which would prevent them from playing in the crucial match against Real Madrid.

What is at stake for Barcelona in their match against Osasuna?

Barcelona aims to secure top spot in La Liga, making the match against Osasuna critical for their title aspirations.

Who else on Barcelona's squad is at risk of suspension during the Osasuna match?

Frenkie de Jong is also on four yellow cards and needs to be careful to avoid missing the next game against Real Madrid.

Why Raphinha, Marc Bernal and Frenkie de Jong must be careful during Barcelona’s clash with Osasuna

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