""I don't know what the real feeling is towards Athletic there; it wouldn't surprise us if it's hostile. Football thrives on rivalries," he said."
""Given the club we are and the dressing room we have, it affects us. It's family and friends who are signing up," he said. "It's a shame they can't be there to cheer us on.""
""I have the same respect for him as I do for Barcelona players, who are among the best in Europe and the world," Lekue stated. "Lamine makes the difference, and we'll try to prevent that on Saturday.""
""Oihan is better; he's started training with the group. I don't know if he'll be able to play this Saturday or not. "Nico finished with a fantastic goal; it's an injury that has its ups and downs, and these weeks have been good for him to regain his form.""
Barcelona will return to the Spotify Camp Nou after two and a half years of exile. Athletic Club will be the first visiting team to face Barcelona in the renovated stadium. Nico Williams' failed move to Barcelona last summer has increased tension between the clubs. Athletic Club expects a hostile reception in Catalonia and has been affected by Barcelona's decision not to provide away tickets, leaving over 400 members unable to attend. Inigo Lekue expects hostility, notes the ticket situation affects family and friends, will try to contain Lamine Yamal, and reports Oihan Sancet training while Nico Williams regains form after injury.
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