In the Champions League quarterfinals, "Manchester City" team faced a threatening opponent for the second year in a row - the powerhouse of the "Primera" league, "Barcelona".
England's champions sports director Txiki Begiristain did not hide his disappointment.
"We don't really like to compete against the "Barcelona" club and we wanted to get a weaker team. We have restored our confidence in our abilities in matches against "Bayern" and "Roma" before Munich, and we hope to be in the best form when the time comes to play against the Catalans. That's the only way to beat them," the director said.
"Barcelona" coach Luis Enrique also expected very tough matches.
"In February, we have to play against a club like "Man City", so we will have to step onto the field in the best sports form," he said.
