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Champions League | Round-Of-16
Feb 18, 2014 at 7.45pm UK
 
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0-2

FT(HT: 0-0)
Messi (54' pen.), Alves (90')

Xavi expects tough test from "monster" Yaya Toure

Barcelona midfielder Xavi talks up the talents of Manchester City's Yaya Toure ahead of their meeting in the Champions League this evening.

Barcelona midfielder Xavi has talked up the talents of Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure, describing him as a "monster".

Barca travel to City in their Champions League tie this evening, and the Spanish schemer is wary of the Ivorian's threat.

He told FourFourTwo: "It will be very difficult, but we must be compact in midfield and defence.

"We like to pressurise the ball, but Yaya has a lot of talent, he makes assists, physically he's a monster, so it will be difficult. He's a great player, but also a great person. We have great memories of him [at Barcelona].

"He played a little bit further back here, at City he plays further forward. He's extraordinary. I haven't spoken to him since the draw because I don't have a number for him, but it will great to see him."

You can catch live commentary of the game here.

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