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30.04.2010 12:11

20 called up for Villarreal

Roger Bogunyà

Josep Guardiola will take 20 players to Villarreal for the game on Saturday evening as he named everyone who is available along with rising star Thiago Alcántara.

There were few surprises in the squad list that the Barça coach produce don Friday ahead of the trip south to El Madrigal. Along with Alcántara, the other newcomer was Dmytro Chygrynskiy after the Ukrainian defender missed out on facing Inter in midweek due to his ineligibility for the Champions League. Andrés Iniesta and Éric Abidal are both still out and will not travel.

Training day

With light rain falling on the training complex the Blaurgana stars were put through the paces the day before the game. Only Iniesta and Sergio Busquets were not present as they continue to work towards full fitness while Abidal was told he can play again, but was not included in the squad. Xavi is still doubtful despite training with the rest of the players.