Barcelona 5-1 Alaves Blaugrana hammered on alaves
Ronald Koeman believe Barcelona team is in good shape to play Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League after 16 years their 5-1 win over Alaves
Lionel Messi and Francisco Trincao each scored twice before at the Camp Nou Junior Firpo added leaves a fifth goal.
“The team is doing well”, Koeman said full time.
“We are confident that we will win the draw [against PSG], knowing we were playing against a strong defensive unit [in Alaves]
“They have injuries, but so do we. The tie is a draw. We have to play well to continue.
“We are in good shape, with a good string of wins. We are confident.”
MessiThe two goals saw him narrow the gap to Luis Suarez to one goal in the Pichichi standings in LaLiga Santander.
Messi is very important,” Koeman recognized. “He’s in fantastic shape.
“We know he’s decisive; he’s been around for a long time.
‘He is very focused. He is happy. It is effective.
“Everything is easier with him.”
The Barcelona boss gave Ilaix Moriba his debut in LaLiga Santander. The 18-year-old made an impression in the first half, but got a mistake Luis Rioja‘s purpose.
“It’s important that he is critical,” Koeman insisted, in reference to Ilaix admit his mistake
“He misplaced a square ball that you can’t miss. He has to improve. ‘