Marc Guiu instantly became the talking point in Spanish football following his sensational cameo that helped Barcelona secure a late win over Athletic Club last night.
However, another major highlight of the game was the performance of Inigo Martinez, who was playing against his former club.
The veteran centre-back offered a solid display at the back, alongside Andreas Christensen. His experience and understanding of the game came a long way in helping Barça retain a clean sheet on the night.
“A special match for me”
Speaking after the game, Inigo Martinez highlighted the importance of the game on a personal level.
“It was a special match for me. I had a lot of friends on the pitch. Everyone fought for the colours of their shirt. I wish them the best,” he said on DAZN.
Before his move to Barcelona in the summer, Martinez had indeed played for Athletic Club for five years. During his time in the Basque region, the defender had racked up 177 competitive appearances for the club.
Moving on, Martinez stressed the importance of the win, adding, “It was a very important match. We couldn’t drop points. We arrived with desire and we left with the win.”
The win indeed helped Barcelona close the gap to Real Madrid at the top of the table. The gap is closed to just one point now, meaning a win in the upcoming El Clasico could be enough to help them reclaim the top position.
Inigo Martinez on Marc Guiu
Finally, Inigo Martinez offered his take on the star of the night, Marc Guiu, whose late cameo was crucial in helping Barcelona secure all three points.
“Marc Guiu has been training with us since the start of the season. He deserved this and we’re very happy for him,” he said.
The veteran centre-back was not the only player to heap praise on Marc Guiu, as the youngster received praise from all over the Barcelona fraternity.
