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The return journey of FC Barcelona to Catalonia was abruptly halted following their emphatic five-two victory over Real Betis in round nine of La Liga, disrupted by worsening weather conditions across Seville. The Catalan squad spent the night at an Andalusian hotel after their flight was cancelled, having remained grounded at San Pablo Airport despite players waiting nearly two hours inside the aircraft hoping for official departure clearance, according to Marca. The club announced the cancellation on the X platform shortly before two in the morning local time, prompting the delegation to relocate to hotel accommodations until suitable travel arrangements could be made. This logistical setback coincided with severe alerts issued by Civil Protection authorities warning of heavy storms and torrential rainfall that could reach one hundred liters per square meter in various regions. This unexpected travel disruption comes during a pivotal week for manager Hansi Flick, as his team prepares to host Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday in the Champions League, followed by Sunday's El Clasico clash against rivals Real Madrid. Barcelona had previously cemented their strong domestic run by securing a ninth consecutive victory, reaching twenty-seven points atop the league standings.
