Xavi Hernandeztechnical director of Barcelona, evaluated Cougars as a complete squad and recognized the level of the university students.
“Cougars It is a rival with rhythm, in full competition, with a good coach, with good players, beyond Dani (Alves) and Savio.
It will be difficult to counter. They usually play with a line of three, it will be a complicated and intense rival”, pointed out the former midfielder for Marca.
Likewise, the strategist observed the following duel against Pumas as the ideal opportunity to pay tribute to Daniel Alves. “It will also serve to fire Daniel Alves. He deserves it. When I told him that he had to leave the club, I told him that he deserved a tribute. I talked to the president to make it a reality, “she added.
Those commanded by Hernandez They have had an exceptional pre-season. Looking ahead to the next cycle of The leagueBarcelona will have reinforcements like Kassie, raphinha and the lethal striker Robert Lewandowski.
Meanwhile, this August 7, within the framework of the trophy Joan Gamperthe Barcelona will measure forces against Cougars of the MX League.
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