UCL: 'You'll smash these guys' - Gerard tells Barça star ahead of second leg clash

Author: John Owen NwachukwuPublished on: April 10, 2026Country: Spain

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UCL: 'You'll smash these guys' - Gerard tells Barça star ahead of second leg clash

Gerard Pique encouraged Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi ahead of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg against Atletico Madrid. Cubarsi was sent off in the first leg, which ended in a 2-0 defeat for Barça. He acknowledged his responsibility on Instagram, stating that the team remains united and determined. Due to his absence, Ronald Araujo is expected to start in the upcoming match against Atletico.

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