"We believe we can beat Barca"

Almeria will host Barcelona on Sunday from 18:30 CET at the Power Horse Stadium. Joan Francesc Ferrer 'Rubi' spoke to the media ahead of the game and did not guarantee an easy match for Xavi Hernandez's side.

The Almeria coach warned that in the dressing room they believe "that Barca can be beaten": "Going out with the mentality that you can't beat them is not going to get us anywhere. We have to reset quickly," he added.

However, Rubi explained what the 'Cules' are capable of: "They're a team that, if you let them run, they'll kill you on the counter-attack. If you're not good at the back, they'll find spaces in your defence. If you're not focused, even on set pieces they'll hurt you".

The coach of the Andalusian side was full of motivation for his players: "The team has a chance to make a big impact, to be the team of the week. If Almeria win, they will have beaten a team that only Madrid have beaten".

 

February 26, 2023