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Trains in full, still suspended Bernal (calf) resumed full team training Saturday after experiencing discomfort during Friday's session, according to Zona Mixta.

Impact Bernal appears to have avoided a significant injury setback after returning to collective training just one day after being forced to leave practice due to calf discomfort. The Uruguayan midfielder initially raised concerns when he was spotted pointing toward his calf before withdrawing from Friday's session, but his return to team activities Saturday suggests the issue was relatively minor. However, Bernal remains unavailable for competitive action due to a four-match suspension following his red card against Barcelona for an incident involving Lamine Yamal. Betis have appealed the sanction, which currently rules him out of La Liga encounters against Celta Vigo, Malaga and Elche, along with the Copa del Rey clash against Navalcarnero. If the suspension remains unchanged, his earliest scheduled return would be the Seville derby against Sevilla following the November international break. His return to training is nevertheless encouraging, allowing him to maintain his fitness while serving the suspension.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers calf discomfort in training Bernal (calf) was forced to leave Real Betis' training session Friday after experiencing discomfort in his calf, adding a fresh fitness concern while he serves a four-match domesti...

Impact Bernal has suffered a potential injury setback after leaving Friday's training session early due to calf discomfort. The Uruguayan midfielder was spotted pointing toward his calf before withdrawing from practice, although the severity of the problem remains unclear and further assessments may be necessary. Bernal is already facing a four-match suspension following his red card against Barcelona for an incident involving Lamine Yamal, with the disciplinary committee classifying his actions as violent conduct. Betis have appealed the decision, but the midfielder is currently set to miss La Liga encounters against Celta Vigo, Malaga and Elche, along with the Copa del Rey clash against Navalcarnero. His earliest scheduled return from suspension would be the Seville derby against Sevilla following the November international break, provided the sanction remains unchanged. The latest calf issue introduces additional uncertainty over his fitness, although the suspension could give him time to recover without missing further competitive action.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Handed four-match suspension Bernal has been handed a four-match suspension following his red card against Barcelona and will miss three La Liga fixtures and one Copa del Rey match, according to ElDesmarque.

Impact Bernal received the suspension after being sent off against Barcelona for an incident involving Lamine Yamal, with the Spanish Football Federation's disciplinary committee classifying his actions as violent conduct. The Uruguayan midfielder will miss upcoming league matches against Celta Vigo, Malaga and Elche, as well as the Copa del Rey tie against Navalcarnero. With the suspension applying across domestic competitions, Bernal will not be eligible to return until the Seville derby against Sevilla, scheduled for the weekend of Nov. 22 following the international break. His absence will force Betis to adjust their midfield rotation over the next four matches.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 17 • Associated Press

Shown straight red against Barcelona Bernal was shown a straight red card for violent conduct in the 54th minute of Saturday's LaLiga match against Barcelona after headbutting an opponent during a scuffle involving La...

Impact Bernal was dismissed after a confrontation broke out in midfield following Abde Ezzalzouli's goal, with the incident leaving Betis down to 10 men while trailing 3-2. Bernal had started in central midfield alongside Dani Ceballos in Manuel Pellegrini's 4-2-3-1, and he now faces a suspension, with the length to be set by the Competition Committee.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Remains goalless Bernal recorded three shots (zero on goal) in Thursday's 1-0 win versus Getafe.

Impact Bernal would start and play the full 90 Thursday, notching three shots in the win. However, he would fail to score once again, not recording one in his six appearances (five starts) this season. He has also failed to earn an assist, struggling to get much going together this season.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Real Betis Bernal completed a transfer from Fluminense to Real Betis and signed a contract through 2031, the club announced.

Impact Bernal becomes Betis' first signing of the summer after establishing himself as a promising midfielder in Uruguay and Brazil. The 22-year-old began his professional career with Defensor Sporting before moving to Fluminense, where he continued his development at a higher level. A regular for Uruguay's youth national teams, he also earned his senior international debut in 2024. Bernal brings energy, defensive work rate and technical quality in midfield, and he will look to compete for a role in the rotation as he adapts to La Liga.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 8, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Chelsea Reaches Club World Cup Final, Awaits PSG-Real Madrid Winner

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