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[스포츠서울 김경무전문기자] FC Barcelona (Barsa) challenges for the first time in the new year. They will meet Athletic Bilbao in the Spanish Supercopa (Super Cup) final at 5 am on the 18th (Korean time). The match venue is Seville’s Estadio Olympico de la Cartuja.
Barzaro, who ended the 2019-2020 season without a single winning trophy, is in desperate need of this victory. The question is whether the team captain Lionel Messi, 34, can play in normal condition.
Coach Ronald Koeman (58) said at an official press conference ahead of the finals that Messi, who was recently missed due to injuries, “he will have the final decision on whether or not to participate.” Messi was unable to come out due to a thigh injury in the Supercopa quarterfinals against Real Sociedad on the 14th. He was also missing from the player list. However, he participated in team training last Saturday and is adjusting his condition.
“We’re looking forward to Messi’s appearance,” said Koeman. He has the final say. He knows his body best. We want him to be able to compete.” According to his words, Messi is likely to play.
Coach Koeman also revealed a strong desire to win. “This game is important because it is the final and there is a winning trophy. We know this isn’t the most important trophy. But it’s a trophy. Winning shows that we are on track. Of course, one game isn’t crucial, but it gives us confidence and shows that we’ve gotten better.” [email protected]