"Yes, a very important win. In the end, we knew it would be a tough match, similar to the one we played in the Champions League against Eintracht, with an opponent that was very compact at the back and looking for counterattacks,"
"We lacked a bit of rhythm in circulating the ball, but in the end, with this heavy accumulation of matches, the most important thing was to secure the three points. Yes, definitely. Against this type of team, if the ball isn't fast, you try to exploit any moment when the opponent loses focus or opens up their spaces a little for the attack. It's difficult, and we saw that, as they retreat a lot to the back and the spaces are very few,"
Barcelona secured a 2-0 victory over Osasuna after a prolonged period of siege that produced a late opener in the second half. The manager made tactical adjustments, including deploying Raphinha as a number ten and starting Eric Garcia in a defensive midfield role while Frenkie de Jong remained on the bench. The opposition set up in a compact low block and sought counterattacks, which limited space and slowed ball circulation. The team admitted to lacking rhythm in possession amid a congested fixture schedule, and prioritized securing three points. Increasing the gap atop the table created a calmer atmosphere at home.
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