Luis Suárez can make his debut in the La Liga 'Clasico' at Real Madrid on Oct. 25, the day after a FIFA ban for biting an opponent at the World Cup ends, the club said on Wednesday.
Spain's professional league (LFP) had earlier confirmed the date of the game, the first meeting of the bitter rivals since Real beat Barca 1-0 in last season's King's Cup final.
"Luis Suárez will be able to play in the 'Clásico' at the Santiago Bernabeu on Oct. 25," Barcelona said on their website.
"The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) confirmed to FC Barcelona that the Uruguayan forward's sanction expires the day before," they added.
"Therefore, Suárez would be able to make his official debut in the match against Real Madrid if that is what (coach) Luis Enrique decides."
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