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Xavi talks Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Gerard Pique and Gavi ahead of Real Betis clash

Barcelona manager Xavi faced the press on Friday to talk about his team’s next La Liga clash against Real Betis at the Benito Villamarin.

It should be a fun game as the Catalans take on the Copa del Rey winners on a ground where they haven’t lost since the 2010-11 season.

Xavi spoke about Saturday’s opponents, offered fitness updates on Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Gerard Pique and Ansu Fati and also spoke about Gavi’s contract extension.

Here are the best bits:

Xavi on Real Betis

Tomorrow is a golden opportunity to achieve one of our objectives, to qualify for the Champions League.