Xavi insists their LaLiga chances are alive thanks to their recent form surge.
He said, "It is difficult to start and disconnect. I have told them that we have to forget because there are two titles at stake. We want to continue the positive dynamic. It is a very important match to continue fighting for LaLiga.
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"The League is back, after a few days of rest, all the players have returned well. Luckily. The rival plays very good football, with personality, Pimienta works very well, has our DNA, the footballers are technically very good...
"They are a difficult opponent who will have a hard time taking the ball away from them. I think they come with little to lose and a lot to prove. It won't be easy."