Abel Ruiz is the 11th academy graduate given his Barcelona debut by Valverde Barcelona vs Getafe Same number as in Guardiola's first two years

Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde is by no means afraid to give youth a chance as he handed an 11th academy player a debut by introducing Abel Ruiz from the bench against Getafe.

With 11 La Masia players now given their debuts by Valverde, this equals the number that Pep Guardiola played during his first two years as coach.

The forward came on in the 69th minute for an injured Philippe Coutinho as Barcelona were leading 1-0 against Getafe, which indicates that there is a lot of belief in him.

The Spanish starlet came on looking lively and had a clear chance to score, but David Soria managed to block his effort with his foot.