"We're playing against a great team with a lot of quality and many talented players. I love watching them play. Their coach is incredible and they're doing very well."
"We know how difficult it is to play against this team. For them, it's the game of the year to show everything they've got."
"Pedri is not available. That's part of football. He's injured and we hope he'll be ready for the next game."
"Lewandowski is ready to play. He's doing very well. We're not taking any risks in Copa del Rey. He can play, and that's good news."
Barcelona travel to Villarreal for a demanding away fixture against a highly regarded side. Villarreal possess quality, talented players, and a coach that draws admiration. The match will be a major motivation for Villarreal to showcase their abilities. Pedri is unavailable as a precaution due to injury, with hopes for recovery for the next game but a high risk if rushed for the Espanyol derby. Barcelona accept La Liga's decision to stage the match in Villarreal. Robert Lewandowski is fit and available, with the club avoiding unnecessary risks in Copa del Rey. Renewal and De Jong matters were also raised.
Read at Barca Universal
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