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Magical20 · 02-12-2006, 12:36 PM

Three days before the vital encounter against Werder Bremen, Barça pay a visit to Levante. Without Ronaldinho, the league leaders must demonstrate that their heads are not thinking about the game on Tuesday.

The game (20:00 Barça TV) against Levante will be difficult for Frank Rijkaard due to the vital midweek clash against Bremen looming. As league leaders, Barça must demonstrate their mental strength in overcoming their opponents this Saturday. If Barça win the game, they will go into their midweek encounter with greater confidence as they will know in the back of their minds that they are still league leaders for another week.

Mental Strength: Rijkaard himself has said: "the work against Werder Bremen starts against Levante"; Words which highlight the importance of the game on Saturday. Barça, despite being a little light in attacking options due to Ronaldinho being given a rest, look to continue their reign as league leaders. In order for this to be achieved, they must not be thinking about the game on Tuesday. They must perform to the highest standard in order to show Bremen exactly what they are capable of doing.

Ronaldinho to stay: Of the squad of 17, the notable absentee is that of Ronaldinho, who is staying in Barcelona in order to be in the best shape for the game against Werder Bremen. As to who replaces him is yet to be known; one of the midfield trio of Deco, Xavi or Iniesta may move into a more attacking position, with either Motta or Edmilson filling in the gap. The possible inclusion of Ezquerro can also not be ruled out.

Kapo, the goal of Levante: The star of Levante, Olivier Kapo, is an authentic threat posed by the team from Valencia. The ex Auxerre man, however, has not quite found his finishing touch this season with only 3 goals. Behind him are Camacho and Berson, whose aim is to disrupt the opposition's play. In defense, Alvaro, Alexis and ex blaugrana Dehu; composing a formidable defensive line.

Balanced Statistics
Barça have only visited Levante on three occasions, with a loss (1964-65), a draw (2004-05) and a victory (1963-64). The draw 2 seasons ago saw Barça win La Liga for the first time with coach Frank Rijkaard. Then, the goal coming from the now injured Samuel Eto'o.

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