Barcelona's Alba, Pique return to training ahead of El Clasico

Barcelona's defence should be at full strength in time for the season's first El Clasico following Gerard Pique and Jordi Alba's return to training Thursday.

The pair took part in the team's penultimate training session ahead of Saturday's clash with Real Madrid after suffering knocks during Barca's 1-1 draw with Real Sociedad.

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While the team has yet to reveal whether either player will feature at the Camp Nou, Spanish outlet Sport suggests Pique and Alba will suit up for the crucial Liga contest.

Sport reports that Pique sustained a knock in his ankle but said he expects to be fine for the match, while Alba has been nursing ankle and knee injuries.