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Xavi talks Lewandowski, Memphis Depay, and Ronald Araujo ahead of Copa del Rey clash

Barcelona coach Xavi faced the press on Tuesday to preview his team’s Copa del Rey clash with Intercity.

The manager spoke about several of his players, what he expects from Tuesday’s match, and the situation regarding Robert Lewandowski’s ban.

Here are the best bits:

Xavi on Intercity

Obviously we are the favourites going into the match. They are in a different division. They are very physically strong. We will do all we can to overcome them and get through to the knockout round. They are tough matches to play because we are favourites and that can be difficult sometimes.