Busquets: No matter how big the points gap in the league, the national derby will be extremely intense

Live bar January 12 news On Thursday at 3:00 a.m. Beijing time, Barcelona will face Real Madrid in the semi-final of the Spanish Super Cup. Barca captain Busquets attended the pre-match press conference.

- About the game

We are very eager to fight for this title and very much want to win this game because it will give us a lot of confidence in the rest of the season. We are looking forward to a competitive game with both sides having their own weapons and both have a lot of great players. We've just started a new phase, new coaches, young players and a lot of players who have come back from injury. Everybody wants to play the national derby.

- The point gap with Real Madrid in the league

The gap with Real Madrid in the league is like that, but this game is unique. We had previous victories at Camp Nou, but we also had chances and we performed well in many of the sessions.

- The team has changed compared to the October showdown

Indeed, we are in better physical condition now. A lot of players are slowly getting better, some of them have just recovered from the new crown, some have just recovered from injury, but this is not an excuse, all we have to do is to be true to our own style and create opportunities. We're going to have a strong team, a lot of great players, but right now, we have the confidence and ambition to reach Sunday's final.

The last few national derbys have ended in defeat

When the national derby starts, everything that came before is forgotten. We want to be able to reverse that decline and we're going to go all out to create chances and score goals. We want to form a more solid whole, paying attention to detail, which will be the most important.

- The significance of the victory over Real Madrid

Of course, it gives us a lot of confidence and helps us get to the final. Whether Barca return depends on more games, depends on the trajectory of development, we are on the right path. The team has done a good job and has made a lot of improvements, but we have to be patient and come step by step. Once we've taken that step, we're going to keep fighting to win every game and win the championship.

- The game is hot

In the national derby, no matter how big the point gap between the two sides in the league, the game will be very intense. Hopefully, we can bring all the injured back as soon as possible, but the team is already on the right path. If people think real Madrid are more likely to win, I don't think it matters, it can be reflected on the pitch. Hopefully this game will be like before, we can create a lot of chances, but this time we have to be more careful.

- The team's fragile defensive line

There were a lot of games where we all conceded points in the last minute. In Granada, maybe playing one less person is an important factor, but we need to put in more effort, need more possession against strong opponents, and give the opponent as few free kicks and corners as possible. We're in good shape, and when we're luckier and have more control over details, victory comes back.

- Young players

It's great to know that at a time when the first team is so difficult and the club finances are struggling, so many academy players are coming out. The world of football is becoming more and more urgent, and young players need to prepare earlier. But we can't put too much pressure on them because they're young and we're going to make the most of their talents. They have the opportunity to bring a bright future to the club and can also help now, hopefully.

- The atmosphere of the game

This time there will be a little bit different because of the new format, but we have to stay positive. It was another championship honor, and everyone was watching. I hope all the best is going well.

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