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Victory in this match, according to Xavi, will make Barca temporarily move up to runner-up position over Girona, as well as put pressure on the team coached by coach Michel and also the owner of the top of the standings, Real Madrid.
“Points are very important in the fight for the league title. As long as we are involved mathematically, we will fight for it. Every week is a different story,” said Xavi, quoted from the club’s official website, Saturday.
“We cannot afford to drop points or get few points at home. We will be in second place in the standings and that will put more pressure on Girona and Real Madrid who will play later. “We will not give up, even though we know it will be difficult,” he added.
Regarding the strength of the opponent, Xavi said he would not underestimate the team ranked 10th in the standings.
He considered that the team coached by Jose Bordalas was a team that dared to play attacking football with a high defensive line.
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“Getafe are not a defensive team, they are a brave team. They press very high up the pitch and they managed to pick up points in some difficult away games. They are always competitive and Bordalas always gets the most out of his players, and that is worthy or commendable.” Xavi said.
Furthermore, the coach and club legend indicated that he would rotate several of his players in the next match after undergoing a busy schedule in the Spanish League and Champions League.
“We will make some changes but not many because this is a vital match. “It would be better to play on Sunday or Monday but that’s no excuse,” he concluded.
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2024-02-24 06:08:08
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