David Villa reveals his Champions League pick

BeSoccer 6 years ago 4.3k |

Reading time: minutes

Villa revealed his Champions League pick to ESPN. EFE

David Villa, who is currently banging in the goals for New York City in the MLS, gave an interview to 'ESPN' in which, among other topics, he revealed the team he would like to see win the Champions League this year.

At 36 years old, the Spanish forward is still hoping to play in the World Cup in Russia for his home country. However, at the moment, he is currently on vacation until the return of the MLS season in March.

It meant he had time to give some interviews, including the one with 'ESPN'. In it, Villa revealed the club he hoped to win the Champions League this year.

He confessed: "I hope Barcelona win the Champions League, my other teams are no longer competing. Atletico were eliminated and Valencia did not qualify".

If Villa's pick does come true, Barca would secure their sixth European Cup surpassing Bayern Munich and Liverpool in the overall rankings.

Ernesto Valverde side face Premier League champions Chelsea in the first leg of their Round of 16 tie on 20th February.

Mentioned in the news story

UCL

News See page

Barcelona

News See page

D. Villa

News See page