Xavi Hernandez, the head coach of Barcelona, says that Bilbao was very strong in the match of the eighth-finals of the Copa del Rey.
Namely, Athletic Bilbao beat Barcelona 3:2 in the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey at their San Mames stadium.
“I think Athletic played a great game. It was hard for us. They fought well, with great intensity. They were superior in duels. They seemed strong to me. “Pedri’s goal gave us wings for extra time, but then a penalty followed”, said Xavi.
The goal of the decision was seen in the 105th minute when the penalty was realized by Iker Muniain.
“We tried, but things didn’t work out. We have no choice but to continue to believe in this project. We have to believe in LaLiga and the Europa League. I don’t know any other way to do the job “, added the Barça coach.
