‘We have a lot of confidence’ – Barcelona midfield star optimistic ahead of Atletico Madrid clash | OneFootball

FC Barcelona are set to play against Atletico Madrid tonight in a match that can have significant implications for the La Liga race this season, as both of these teams are competing for the league title.

Keeping in view the importance of this game, the build-up to the match tonight has been quite lively, as several players have commented on its importance and on their respective teams’ chances of getting a favorable result.

One of the players who have previewed this game is the Blaugrana midfielder Gavi. As Mundo Deportivo has reported, the Spaniard was quite confident that his team would get a good result from this game:

“We are in very good form right now, we have a lot of confidence, and that is the most important thing in football. I have great confidence in the team and hope that we win as much as possible this season.”

Gavi did not recall his numbers, as he has scored 1 goal and provided 2 assists against Diego Simeone’s side, but he still recalled having good memories of playing against the Mattress Makers:

“I didn’t know that statistic. But I have good memories, like the header I scored against them at the Spotify Camp Nou, and I hope to do it again.”

While admitting the importance of winning at the Metropolitano, the midfielder also highlighted that a win will not provide them with the league title:

“Winning at the Metropolitano will be important, but it doesn’t mean the title is secured because the season is still long. For them, it would be a tough loss after their last match against Real Madrid in the Champions League, but they are a strong team.”

The Barcelona youngster also highlighted his favorite characteristics of the Atletico Madrid coach, Diego Simeone:

“I like Simeone for his personality and the way he inspires the players.”

It is not yet clear whether Gavi will start for Hansi Flick in the game tonight. However, he is still expected to get at least some minutes, and hopefully, he will be able to add to his good memories against the Colchoneros in these minutes.