Betis miss 11 games and face Villanovense in cup match

Real Betis will face Villanovense in the Copa del Rey without up to 11 players from the first team, as coach Manuel Pellegrini revealed in a press conference on Tuesday. Rui Silva finally joined the squad despite missing training today due to a knock, but Guido Rodriguez, Isco and Ayoze, who the Chilean coach wants to rest, are not in the squad. Bravo, Pezzella, Rodri, William Carvalho, Bartra, Fekir and Sabally. Fran Viates is unable to play for regulatory reasons.

Pellegrini spoke about how Fekir is expected to be out until January, starting with his absence on the list. “Fekir will not be part of Rangers. I expect him to return to the competition in January. I don’t think he can be there until then. The blow to the side will prevent him from running. “I couldn’t do it anymore, but it turned out that there was a problem with my muscles,” explained the Chilean coach.

Pellegrini excluded Isco, Guido and Ayoze from the match against Villanovense. “They will not be on the list of players mentioned. They are players who have enough playing time and we don’t think it’s a good idea to force them.”

Betic’s coach also reported on the situation of goalkeeper Rui Silva, saying: “He will be included in tomorrow’s call-up list. Bravo, Pezzella, Rodri, William Carvalho, Bartra, Fekir, Sabari are not. . Rui Silva is there, he has. “But in principle there should be no problem playing tomorrow. Rodri and William Carvalho still have to continue their work outside the team. , I don’t think they’ll be back this week, but more likely than not next week. “

Pezzella hopes to use him for the match against Real Madrid, saying: “Although he felt some discomfort, tests revealed no muscle damage and he will recover after a few days of rest and will be available for Saturday’s game against Madrid.” I hope to be able to participate in the tournament.”