Paris Saint-Germain manager and former Barcelona coach Luis Enrique has boldly predicted a 3-0 win for Barcelona in today’s El Clasico against Real Madrid. Enrique, who guided Barca to a treble in 2015, is still very much attached to the club.
He notably led the Parisians to the final of the Champions League, as they secured a 3-1 win over Arsenal on aggregate in the semi-finals. Afterwards, Enrique was relieved that his team will not be playing against the Bluagrana in the final of the competition. He said (via Barca Universal):
Speaking about the El Clasico game, he boldly insisted:
Barca, under Hansi Flick, will host Real Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluís Companys today (May 11). The match will play a huge role in the La Liga title, as a win for the Blaugrana could push them one step closer to a domestic treble.
Carlo Ancelotti has spoken about his strong emotional bond with Real Madrid by saying that his “honeymoon” with the club would last a lifetime. This comes amid rumors piling up over his future before this weekend’s El Clasico tie against Barcelona.
The 65-year-old Italian spoke to the press on Saturday. However, he looked to steer clear of discussions regarding his possible departure after the season ends. Instead, he discussed his bond with the Spanish giants, telling the press (via Wandsworth Times):
Ancelotti has been rumored to succeed the Brazil national team manager. Meanwhile, Xabi Alonso has confirmed he will be leaving Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the season. It is widely believed that he will be coming back to Real Madrid as Ancelotti’s successor.
Madrid’s focus, however, will be on Barcelona, whom they have lost three games – and two trophies – to this season.
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