Leo_Messi
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The game against Valladolid was probably our worst game this season with Piqué being our only decent performer and with a Messi that did not look like himself yet scored and created at least 3-4 100% chances for his teammates. Speaks volume about his level even when he is at his worst.
I want to believe that the players were saving energy, hence the pathetically slow pace of the game that Piqué called out afterwards, for the CL tie against Lyon tomorrow night. I certainly cannot imagine such a performance two games in a row.
I think that we will see a fired up team wanting to prove our doubters wrong. Girona's win (gift) should give the team added confidence. Our basketball team's Copa del Rey win against RM likewise.
My only fear is that Valverde will use the Busquets, Rakitic and Vidal midfield again. That and Coutinho playing upfront. If we are going to use this midfield trio, Dembélé MUST start. Otherwise we will have zero pace other than Alba and Semedo. A Semedo who will be left alone on the entire right flank without Dembélé playing to add further misery.
Lyon won't be an easy opponent, in particular away from home, but if the team is remotely motivated (which they damn better be!), I cannot see us losing this game and not scoring at least 1 goal.
I want to believe that the players were saving energy, hence the pathetically slow pace of the game that Piqué called out afterwards, for the CL tie against Lyon tomorrow night. I certainly cannot imagine such a performance two games in a row.
I think that we will see a fired up team wanting to prove our doubters wrong. Girona's win (gift) should give the team added confidence. Our basketball team's Copa del Rey win against RM likewise.
My only fear is that Valverde will use the Busquets, Rakitic and Vidal midfield again. That and Coutinho playing upfront. If we are going to use this midfield trio, Dembélé MUST start. Otherwise we will have zero pace other than Alba and Semedo. A Semedo who will be left alone on the entire right flank without Dembélé playing to add further misery.
Lyon won't be an easy opponent, in particular away from home, but if the team is remotely motivated (which they damn better be!), I cannot see us losing this game and not scoring at least 1 goal.
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