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Had El Clasico gone in Barcelona’s favour, the team’s clash against Girona tomorrow would have been eyed as a big step towards staying alive in the title race.
After all, Michel’s side have enjoyed a stupendous season in La Liga and sit in third place after 33 rounds of the tournament.
As it stands, however, the game between Barcelona and Girona tomorrow can only decide who will finish the league in second place as Real Madrid have virtually won the title.
In fact, they will officially be crowned champions tomorrow if Barcelona drop points and they take all three points against Cadiz.
Speaking to the media ahead of Barcelona’s clash against Girona, Xavi praised the opposition giving them full credit for their special season.
“This will be a vital match. Their confidence is through the roof, we must congratulate them, their season is magnificent at an extraordinary level.”
“A Girona of champions. It will be an intense match, they have a lot of mobility on the pitch and are fantastic in one-against-one. It has been an exceptional season,” he added.
On Saturday’s game
The manager also went on to highlight the difficult challenge that lay ahead of the team for the weekend, reminiscing the complicated game that unfolded between the two sides earlier this season.
“There is no rivalry with Michel but we seek revenge for the first round. They were very forceful, we did not adjust well, we did not defend well in the area.”
Xavi is seeking revenge (Photo by JOSEP LAGO/AFP via Getty Images)
Xavi then spoke about how playing for Barcelona and Girona could never be equated, especially considering the expectations and high standards of success at the Azulgrana club.
“It is not the same to play for Girona as for Barça. You have more peace of mind. I don’t know if they would adapt here, they have quality players who have played very good football.”
Speaking about Eric Garcia, who is currently on loan at Girona, Xavi insisted that he counted on the…
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Author : Adithya Eshwarla
Publish date : 2024-05-03 12:26:35
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