Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola expects a difficult match against Arsenal when the sides meet in the Champions League in February, and pinpointed the threat of Samir Nasri in particular
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Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola expects a difficult match against Arsenal when the sides meet in the Champions League in February, and pinpointed the threat of Samir Nasri in particular. Barca were paired with the London club for the second consecutive season after defeating Arsene Wenger's outfit 6-3 in last year's competition.
Guardiola said: "Arsenal are the classic side. They play very good football and have had a definitive style for years. They have played well in the group stages despite not finishing top, and are enjoying good form in the Premier League. Samir Nasri in particular is in great form. Cesc (Fabregas), too, will be 100% in February ufffd they have many great players."
Guardiola also admitted that he was "frightened" of the north Londoners. "Arsenal frighten me, but that is true of all clubs in the draw," he said.
