Barcelona finished their La Liga title-winning season with a 3-1 defeat at Valencia. The match had no competitive impact because the title was already secured after a win over Real Madrid. The loss still felt disappointing, especially as it was Robert Lewandowski’s last game. Gerard Martin was forced off after taking a heavy blow to the head from Luis Rioja and later spoke with resignation. He said the defeat was a bad way to end the season and that there should be no relaxation even after winning. He also emphasized the team’s growth and his own development after shifting from full-back to centre-back, expressing satisfaction with his progress and comfort in the new role.
"“The blow... Bad way to end the season. I left with other points that I didn't want,” he said (h/t Mundo Deportivo)."
"“I think we have had a very good season with two titles, but there should be no relaxation when you have already done it. Nobody likes to end up with a defeat like today's,” he said."
"“At the beginning of the season, it was a little more difficult for us, but this team does not stop working and surpassing itself,” he added."
"“I've gotten used to it quickly. It's not easy, but I've been growing in that position. I'm very happy with my season. There are always things to improve, but I'm happy.” “I started as a full-back, then I became a centre-back, where I hadn't played before, but I felt very comfortable. I think I have competed at the level that Barcelona demands,” he said."
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