Koeman ahead of the Supercopa de Espana: “Barça are used to fighting to win trophies”

While his Barça is a little better, and he is preparing to play a semi-final of the Spanish Supercup against Real Sociedad on Wednesday evening (8 p.m.), Ronald Koeman expressed his determination at a press conference.

The Dutchman wanted to recall Barça’s DNA, and the club’s historic desire to win every possible trophy: “For us it’s important. Barca are used to fighting to win trophies. It’s not the most important, but it’s the one we have to play. We try to play with the best team to be finally“.

While the other semi-final will pit Real Madrid against Athletic Bilbao, the Blaugrana have a status to uphold in this competition. When asked if his team was favorite, the Batavian technician was very clear.

“I don’t think Barça are favorites. It seems like Real are paying a bit of a price after such a good start to the league, but I’ve seen several games and they feel like one of the better teams. Lately we have gained points, but these are four strong rivals and there are no favorites to win the Super Cup“, did he declare.

Koeman also looked back on his team’s return to form, congratulating himself on a newfound confidence: “Lately the team is confident and focused on any game. We have improved in that regard. The difference is that the team is more confident and we find free men between the lines. “A good omen before playing a competition that could also help the Catalans’ recovery in the league.