Barcelona’s strong start to the season has been based on multiple fundamental pillars, the biggest of which has been the red-hot attack.
An equally important cog, however, has been Inigo Martinez as the defender has racked up high-quality performances day in and day out to ensure that the team is spotless at the back.
A true leader through action, the defender has struck up a wonderful partnership with Pau Cubarsi and is one of the team’s most important members on the field.
Martinez ‘enjoying’ playing for Barcelona
Speaking to the media in a recent interview, the Spanish centre-back opened up on his strong start to the season, his importance under Hansi Flick and various topics related to the team’s dynamics.
Starting off, however, he reflected on how it has been a special year for him so far especially coming off a relatively quiet season last time around.
“Last year was not easy at all but this year I am enjoying it to the fullest,” the defender shared.
Needless to say, he spoke on how the manager’s faith helped him bring his A game despite various limiting factors that have been hurdles in the past.
“I am in one of the best moments. When you feel the confidence of the coach and your colleagues, everything flows better,” remarked the Spaniard.
“He is a great coach, since he arrived he tried to help us in everything he could,” he added.
Staying on the topic of Flick, he revealed how the manager was behind the scenes and how he strived to get the best out of his players.
“He trusts us a lot and we also in him. You can tell that we enjoyed, that we let go on the field of play and there are the results.”
Martinez was then asked about the team’s ambitions for this season, saying: “This year we hope to win some titles. We are showing that we are very well and it is being seen that we know how to compete against any rival.”
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Author : Adithya Eshwarla
Publish date : 2024-10-17 09:08:29
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