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Barcelona Gears Up for Highly Anticipated Clash Against Paris Saint-Germain
The president of FC Barcelona, Joan Laporta, expressed his excitement on Wednesday about the upcoming UEFA Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. This encounter, part of the second round of the group stage, is deemed “the game everyone wants and is waiting for.” Laporta conveyed confidence that his team will deliver an excellent performance, aiming for a victory.
Champions League Showdown: A Football Spectacle
The match between Barcelona and PSG is set to be one of the highlights of the Champions League, offering some of the finest football action. Reflecting on the previous season, Laporta remarked, “We wanted to play this game last year, but we couldn’t because we didn’t make it to the final. This year, the draw placed us in the same group, and I am hopeful it will be a great match with us as the winners.”
FC Barcelona: A Contender for the Champions League Title
Laporta also addressed comments from Hansi Flick, the team’s coach, who considers Barcelona a strong contender for the Champions League title. “If Flick says it, imagine how I feel. I am more than delighted because it shows that he regards the team at a high level. I appreciate that our coach has faith in his team and sees great potential,” Laporta stated.
Emphasizing Team Strength Over Individual Brilliance
Laporta highlighted the collective strength of the squad over individual talents, such as Lamine Yamal. “We have a very competitive team; all the players are excellent. We have brilliant players like Lamine, magicians like Pedri, and many great players. The key today is the team where everyone who plays maintains the standard. We are not dependent on any single player; we rely on a very competitive team formed by a great group,” he concluded.
Welcoming UEFA Board Member Luis Figo with Respect
Addressing the presence of Luis Figo, a former Barcelona player who later joined Real Madrid, in the president’s box at Montjuïc as a UEFA board member, Laporta welcomed him with normalcy. “Figo was a Barcelona player. We remember the glorious days and nights he gave us. Then he made a decision, life has moved on, and he will be received with all respect,” remarked Laporta.
