Athletic Bilbao coach Valverde welcomes Barcelona Copa draw

Athletic Bilbao coach Ernesto Valverde has welcomed their Copa del Rey draw with Barcelona.

Athletic will host the quarterfinal next week.

Valverde said: “It’s a classic match against a tough opponent. We’re lucky enough to play the match at home in front of our fans. We’re excited and have high hopes.

“It will be a special and difficult tie for both sides. But first, we have to play Valencia.”

On the weekend clash with Los Che, Valverde added: “LaLiga is our absolute priority right now and then later we’ll think about the Copa.

“The match against Valencia at San Mames was really difficult and now they’re in a good moment, having won three LaLiga games in a row. They’re a young and talented team getting better and the season goes on.”

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