FC Barcelona began off their LaLiga marketing campaign within the 2022/23 season with a 0-0 draw in opposition to Rayo Vallecano within the Camp Nou.
Robert Lewandowski (proper) in motion in opposition to Rayo. (Courtesy: Reuters)
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FC Barcelona had been held to a 0-0 draw in opposition to Rayo Vallecano on Saturday, 13 August, of their opening fixture of the LaLiga. Despite controlling many of the ball and taking six photographs on the right track, the house staff was not capable of breach the would possibly of opposition goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski.
Barcelona’s new signings, Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha and Frank Kessie weren’t capable of stamp their authority within the opening day, as Barcelona struggled for rhythm for bigger a part of the sport.
Speaking after the sport, Barcelona supervisor Xavi defended Lewandowski and stated that he was glad together with his efficiency since he labored for the staff.
“Satisfied because he works for the team. He gave us a hand for the high pressure. He controlled very well when he was the solution in the building up, but of course, we needed a bit more of effectivity (towards goal). It was our main problem today, but I am very happy to have him in the squad (because) he is helping the team, but of course, today Robert and everybody are upset because the result wasn’t good, but we need to continue like that, keep working and with the process. It is a matter of time he will score for sure,” the manager said.
Frenkie de Jong once again impressed for Barcelona after coming from the bench in the second half, and controlled the tempo from deep midfield. Xavi gave confidence to the player and said that he was very important to the team.
“He shouldn’t be a participant for the bench. He is a vital participant and I’ve stated it many instances. He has performed very properly. He goes to be an vital participant.I do not know what is going on to occur within the switch market, but when he’s staying with us he can be an vital participant,” Xavi gave his opinion.
Barcelona can be going through Real Sociedad within the subsequent sport on 21 August, Sunday.
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