Espanyol defender outlines strategy to defeat Barcelona – ‘I think that’s the key…’
Espanyol defender outlines strategy to defeat Barcelona – ‘I think that’s the key…’ With Real Madrid dropping points yet again in La Liga, Barcelona have some room to breathe in the competition. The relaxation could not have come at a better time. Later today, the Catalans will take to the field for a derby clash against Espanyol , and while all efforts will be made to take the win, it is clear that the primary focus will be to rest key stars for the midweek clash against Atletico Madrid.
If the meeting between the two teams earlier this season is anything to go by, the game will be anything but straightforward. Hansi Flick, however, will back even his rotated side to get a decent result on the night. Espanyol star previews the game In a recent interview ahead of the game against Barcelona, Espanyol star Leandro Cabrera was asked how it would feel if he were lucky enough to score the winning goal against Barcelona at the Spotify Camp Nou.
“It would be an amazing thing, and I hope it happens, but if it’s not my goal, let it be another player’s goal. Everything beneficial to the team is always welcome. ” He was then asked to give his two cents about the refereeing situation and whether it bothered him ahead of the derby.
“We’ll try to focus on ourselves. There are things beyond our control, and wasting energy on them isn’t in our best interest. ” “We have to accept that mistakes exist, whether from coaches, players, or referees.
We don’t waste our time on that. I wish good luck to the referee who will officiate the match,” he added. The player was then asked about the mood in the dressing room ahead of the derby later today, to which he said, “With great enthusiasm, we’re very prepared and fully aware of what this victory means.