Míchel wary of Barça backlash ahead of Montilivi clash

Girona's manager expects a tough challenge against a Barcelona side looking to bounce back from their Cup defeat.

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Girona FC hosts FC Barcelona this Monday at Montilivi, with head coach Míchel warning that the visitors' recent 4-0 loss in the Cup makes them even more dangerous.

Despite Barcelona's heavy defeat against Atlético Madrid, Míchel believes the Catalan giants are well-equipped to handle the pressure. The Girona manager emphasized that top-tier teams are accustomed to responding immediately after a setback.

"Big teams play every game with the demand and pressure of having to win. They are used to it."

Míchel Sánchez · Girona FC Manager
The home side will have almost a full squad available, including Vanat and Fran Beltrán. However, Ounahi remains sidelined alongside long-term absentees Portu, Donny van de Beek, and Juan Carlos as Girona looks to improve their recent run of form.