Barcelona’s Director of Football, Deco, has expressed his thoughts on the club’s Champions League draw against Napoli. In an interview with Sportmediaset, he described the tie as a challenge that has a particular taste due to the impressive history of the number 10 shirt in both teams.
Deco was quoted as saying, “A remarkable challenge that will taste different. And the presence of the Maradona stadium will surely be felt.”
He further commented on Napoli’s recent performances, acknowledging their return to form in the last year. He said, “Napoli has returned to its levels and where it deserved to be for a long time. They have key players who are accustomed to playing at this level. It will be a tough match.”