"There will be added pressure of performing at Camp Nou, which will be hosting its first game in over two and a half years. Joan Laporta visits Barcelona players ahead of Athletic Club tie Heading into this crunch affair, Barcelona president Joan Laporta visited the Ciutat Esportiva, the club's training facility, to meet the players and encourage them for tomorrow's clash, reports SPORT."
"Laporta is well aware of the pressure players are facing ahead of the return to Camp Nou. He took advantage of the team lunch to speak to the players and encourage them to perform well tomorrow. The Barcelona president particularly spoke to players who have been with the team for years and have yet to play a single game at Camp Nou. Those include Fermin Lopez and Pau Cubarsi."
"It has, in fact, become a tradition lately. Laporta was also accompanied by trusted advisor Enric Masip. Barcelona, for their part, have been blessed with the return of Joan Garcia, who is expected to start against Athletic Club. However, Marcus Rashford could be out as he has been down with a fever. Lamine Yamal, meanwhile, is feeling good, while Raphinha could be fit enough to play at least 15-20 minutes this weekend."
Barcelona return to Camp Nou for the first time in over two and a half years and face Athletic Club in a must-win match to pressure Real Madrid atop the league. President Joan Laporta visited the Ciutat Esportiva and addressed the squad during a team lunch, encouraging experienced players who have not yet played at Camp Nou, including Fermin Lopez and Pau Cubarsi. Laporta attended with advisor Enric Masip, continuing a recent tradition of presidential matchday visits. Barcelona welcome back Joan Garcia, who is expected to start. Marcus Rashford is doubtful with a fever, Lamine Yamal feels good, and Raphinha may play 15–20 minutes.
Read at Barca Universal
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