Barcelona's Luis Enrique defends Neymar ahead of Atlético match
Luis Enrique spoke ahead of Atleti's visit to the Camp Nou, and said it was vital to make as few mistakes as possible. PSG vs Bayern Munich
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Luis Enrique speaks ahead of Atlético match
Barcelona coach Luis Enrique spoke to the press before Wednesday's Liga Santander Barcelona - Atlético Madrid match, to be played at the Camp Nou, with kick-off at 22:00 CEST.
Neymar showboating controversy
Luis Enrique was asked about the controversy over Neymar, who was accused of showboating in Barcelona's 5-1 win over Leganés on Saturday, and the Barça coach defended his flamboyant Brazilian playmaker.
Luis Enrique: "Neymar has his own style"
"He's got his own style. It's spectacular for football. He understands the game like that and we enjoy it at Can Barça. Nobody can be surprised by what he does, and I'd ask him to keep doing the same. The rules allow it. Nobody's surprised by how he plays now. Maybe people should spend more time attacking things that aren't allowed in the rules", said Luis Enrique.
His latter comment may have been a pointed dig at Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos who conned the referee in Sunday's match against Espanyol, by pretending the ball had hit his face, not his hand, and avoided being sent off.
Title rivals Atlético Madrid
As to the threat posed by Atlético Madrid, Luis Enrique said he expected Simeone's side to do what they've been doing, which has "given them success". According to the Barcelona coach Atleti "with the signings they've made" are "clear contenders for the title".
Barça's approach to Atleti match
As to Barcelona's approach to the match: "We need to do everything right, with lots of possession, because we'll have little space. We have to make very few mistakes. They are our direct rivals for the title".