"I'm not going to change the way we play. If I change anything, it's because Barça corners you and you can't get out, not because I'm going to approach it that way. It's our way of playing and that's how we're going to play,"
"Barcelona hasn't changed the way they play either. Having to substitute players and not being able to repeat lineups at a given moment can mean you lose the mechanisms or automatisms you have,"
"He's a kid, he's been in top competition for two years. What the other player (Leo) did is almost impossible to repeat, but this one makes the difference. If Lamine isn't in good shape, Barça isn't in good shape. We'll try to defend him well,"
"Barcelona have many other great players. The other day, Araujo came on and scored the goal. You have to be perfect to win,"
Mendilibar has a poor record against Barcelona but will not alter Olympiacos' playing style for the Champions League match. Barcelona's core playing style remains largely unchanged despite squad rotations and forced substitutions that can disrupt mechanisms and automatisms. Lamine Yamal is praised for maturity and decisive impact; his fitness is considered crucial to Barcelona's form. Ronald Araujo's substitute appearance and late goal exemplify Barcelona's squad quality. Pedri's performances prompt comparisons that make Mendilibar momentarily forget past Barcelona midfield legends Xavi and Iniesta. Olympiacos intends to defend key threats while staying true to its tactical identity and aiming for near-perfection.
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