Andres Iniesta admits he may well have played the final Champions League game of his career, as Barcelona “didn’t expect” a 3-0 defeat to Roma.
“It’s a painful defeat because we didn’t expect it, given the lead we had,” the veteran midfielder told reporters after a 4-1 first leg result.
Eusebio Di Francesco surprised with a 3-4-1-2 formation and it proved a tactical masterstroke.
Andres Iniesta admits he may well have played the final Champions League game of his career, as Barcelona “didn’t expect” a 3-0 defeat to Roma.
“It’s a painful defeat because we didn’t expect it, given the lead we had,” the veteran midfielder told reporters after a 4-1 first leg result.
Eusebio Di Francesco surprised with a 3-4-1-2 formation and it proved a tactical masterstroke.
“We didn’t adapt and we’re disappointed to have been eliminated. We had hopes of winning the Champions League and they’ve been dashed.
“They were very clear about how to attack us and we didn’t find the solution.”
Iniesta is considering a move to China and hinted as much when asked if this was his final Champions League match.
“It’s possible, but tonight isn’t the right time to give out such messages. We’re all hurt. It’s not a question of asking for forgiveness, things go for you or they don’t, but our desire to win is always the same.
“We’ll do our best to win the two competitions we have left.”