"If anyone can pull off a comeback, it's us" - Raphinha believes nothing is decided yet against Atletico
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
Raphinha shared his expectations ahead of the upcoming Copa del Rey second leg against Atletico Madrid.
Details: Despite the catastrophic result of the first match, where Barcelona suffered a crushing 0-4 defeat, Raphinha remains optimistic and declares his readiness to stage one of the greatest comebacks in the tournament's history.
"We are confident we'll put on a great performance. We believe we can come back and advance," said Raphinha.
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The player emphasized the fighting spirit within the squad, noting that belief in ultimate success hasn't faded even after the rout in Madrid. According to him, the team has learned from their mistakes and is ready to show a completely different level of football in the return leg.
Raphinha gave special attention to his team's character, highlighting their ability to overcome the toughest challenges.
"If there's any team in the world capable of pulling off such a comeback, it's us," the forward added.
It's worth noting that the Copa del Rey semifinal second leg between Barcelona and Atletico will be played on Tuesday, March 3, at 21:00 Central European Time.
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