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FC Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard |
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on 06 Nov 2006
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FC Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard believes that
the draw in La Coruna is a positive result. Rijkaard praised the
attitude of the team and feels that the players responded well and with
character on the disappointing midweek draw against Chelsea:
" I have to congratulate the players despite not having won, the team
responded with character. FC Barcelona has left a very good image in
Riazor. I have seen a mental reaction from some players, with character
and seriousness. The team had to perform the way expected on pitch and
this is what I've seen. So I'm happy. The team is on the right track
and must continue working. "
" We were only missing a goal because Barça created more occasions. We
wanted the win and we have created many occasions, we've just been
unable to find a way through. Not many teams walk away with points from
Riazor. "
On Saviola - " It was the first game he has started this season and we only have one
fit striker. Deportivo played a physical game and I did not want to
risk him in the fianl stages of the match. He played well and
contributed to the play which resulted in the goal. "
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