Xavi's Barcelona experienced another difficult evening last night (Thursday) as part of the 2021/2 season, when they were already eliminated in the quarterfinals of the King's Cup following a 3: 2 loss against Athletic Bilbao in San Mames.
The Catalans, who came into the game in an attempt to defend the title, again failed in the task, but this time came out particularly worried following the injury of the young talent, Anso Patti, who entered the game in the 60th minute but was injured already in the first part of extra time while weeping bitterly.
The young striker will undergo extensive tests during the day, but according to reports and estimates, it is most likely a recurring injury to the thigh muscle in his left leg, which will cause him to sit in the stands for the next two months.
A blatant misfortune.
At the end of the game, Xavi tried to analyze the painful dismissal: "Our opponent came to the ball first, and was very good especially in bursts. In a game like this you must give your maximum, and now we must learn from the loss we experienced. These are difficult days because things are not going our way "In any case, now we have to continue to believe in our project and concentrate on the local league and the Europa League."
Barcelona in shock.
The trophy holder outside,
On the reports about Dembele, who was left out of the squad: "I do not think his presence would have changed anything for us. He is certainly an important player, but we have to make decisions as a club. Our task now is to recover mentally."
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