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Evra Urges Realism as Barcelona Faces Atletico Deficit

4/14/2026

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Patrice Evra, former France international, doubts Barcelona can overturn a two-goal deficit against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final.
He criticizes Barcelona fans for optimism, saying this isn't the Barcelona of 2015.
He notes Barcelona has faltered on big stages and urges realism.
Coach Hansi Flick remains hopeful, saying a good performance could spark a comeback after Atletico Madrid won the first leg 2-0.

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Patrice Evra, former France international, doubts Barcelona can overturn a two-goal deficit against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final.
He criticizes Barcelona fans for optimism, saying this isn't the Barcelona of 2015.
He notes Barcelona has faltered on big stages and urges realism.
Coach Hansi Flick remains hopeful, saying a good performance could spark a comeback after Atletico Madrid won the first leg 2-0.