"We were better in the second half than in the first. It's clear we have to improve,"
"We're happy with this situation. There are five Premier League teams in the top eight, which shows the level of that competition."
"We know he's a fantastic player and how he can control the game, maintain it. Physically, he has to keep improving. He's had a serious injury. He has to keep improving. He's had 45 minutes, and I'm sure he'll get more."
"This competition is very strong. The format also has an influence, but I only look at my team, and the goal was to be in the top eight. We've achieved that."
Barcelona beat Copenhagen 4-1 to finish fifth in their UEFA Champions League group and secure direct qualification to the round of 16. Finishing inside the top eight removes the need for a play-off round and helps manage workload during a congested season. The team performed better in the second half but still needs overall improvement. Five Premier League clubs reached the top eight, underscoring the competition's strength and the format's influence. Young midfielder Marc Bernal returned from a serious injury, played 45 minutes, showed game control, and requires further physical progress. The primary focus remained on team objectives and achieving a top-eight finish.
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