Barcelona’s Daniel Alves ecstatic at his team’s win over RCD Espanyol – La Liga news
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604 needing just one more point to clench
yet another title.
The match took place on Sunday, May 8, at Camp Nou. One goal each in both the half’s sealed the victory for Barcelona. Midfielder Andres Iniesta earned Barcelona a lead in the 29th minute after his splendid effort ended in the back of the net.
The second goal came from an unlikely source, defender http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Carlos-Kameni-c8464 on the 48th minute mark.
Alves praised the efforts of his side, who have been exceptional throughout the season. He lauded the commitment of the entire Barcelona squad as it is difficult to decide the starting XI due to each player’s incredible talent.
The 28-year-old further added, "The win against Espanyol brings us one step closer to winning La Liga. We're confident that we won't throw away this lead.”
He admitted that his team were superior from the very first minute and enjoyed decent ball possession throughout. Alves also hailed his team’s defence, which did not allow Espanyol any sort of freedom by continuously pressing them.
"A derby is always a bit special and the people really want you to win it. We did a great job and enjoyed a lot of possession, which is pretty important. We were always in control and we feel like we've done our job. We were never in danger of dropping points
and are pleased with the final result." The former Sevilla man concluded.
Barcelona are left with three games to play in the campaign and find themselves just one point short of their 21st La Liga title. The Catalan giants are next up against Levante UD on Saturday, May 11, at the Ciudad de http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Valencia-c40863.
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