Barcelona coach Valverde: Never an ideal time to rest Messi
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2019 by Tribalfootball.com
Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde is unsure about resting Lionel Messi for their clash with Villarreal.
Valverde has stressed the importance of this Villarreal match and says he will never feel comfortable resting the Argentine.
"There is never an ideal time to rest a player like him," he told reporters at a press conference on Monday.
"But we'll see tomorrow.
"We think this match is very important.
"Many are looking ahead to Atletico Madrid, but the three points on offer in this match are much the same as those on offer against Atletico.
"I know our rivals are hoping we'll drop points so that they can have fresh hope of catching us.
"There is still a chance for them, which is why we must win.
"All the players are useful, but the season is long and there is time for each of them.
"Of course, some play more, as is the case in all teams."
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