FC Barcelona

FC Barcelona

The third tier is now largely formed, with concrete almost entirely poured across the upper sections, with only a small portion above the South Stand remaining unfinished.

"It's a scenario we expected, but it's a situation I've already experienced, both last year and at my previous clubs. It's all or nothing."

Barcelona and Newcastle United fought as equals for the opening 45 minutes at Spotify Camp Nou, and it was again only a Lamine Yamal penalty that separated the two teams at the break. Credit to the opponents, they created good openings with swift passing sequences and pressed with intensity in the opening period, making Barcelona uncomfortable in possession.

Against Newcastle, and Sevilla earlier in the week, we saw Barcelona at their best. A team that can strike fear into any opponent in the world, because when they are on, they become truly unstoppable.

I have no problem picking myself up, it is more the players. I am able to move quite quickly through things, through games and the review process. Now it is all about Sunderland. It is not about today, it is about making sure we are mentally and physically ready to go into a huge game.

When I saw him, I said: this is a player for Spain, for one of the big three. I could see him at Barcelona and at a revitalised Real Madrid. This player has really surprised me... he's a goal-scorer, he has a knack for scoring, but he's a team player who can set up goals for his teammates.