Wolfsburg head coach Tommy Stroot emphasized how important his Silk Women's Champions League Quarte final against Barcelona was for both teams for the first stage on Wednesday.
The German side qualified for the last eight after he finished second in group A, after he won three and lost three of their six games.
They come to the back of a 3-1 defeat against Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga, but Stroot appreciates the seriousness of this tournament.
“I think Barca absolutely wants to win this title, the Champions League. This is a situation in which they have a lot to play for, and we have a lot to play for,” he said.
“The Bayern game was a defeat that hurt, but also a competition that was decided at specific moments. In large competitions such as the quarterfinals of the Champions League, it is important to be there at the important moments.”
The mood of Strott is reflected by Wolfsburg Vooruit Lineth Beerensteyn, who suggested that the players went into the game in a good mood and had brought the previous result out of their mind.
“Everyone has a good feeling. Of course we know that it will be a difficult game,” she said.
“But we are mentally and physically ready. We have had good training sessions and are all looking forward to this great game.”
The two teams have not met each other since 2023, which Barcelona came down from two goals to win 3-2 in Eindhoven.
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Barcelona-head coach Pereueu expects a competitive draw against the dual European champions.
“It is a very important match for us. We expect a very direct Wolfsburg, so we will have to try to establish control by retaining possession,” she said.
“We have a very competitive team, who plays. We will try to be at our best to take the victory home.”
Forward Ewa Pajor played for Wolfsburg in the final of 2023 before moving to Barcelona in June 2024. The International Van Poland is looking forward to playing against the team where she spent nine years of her career.
“It will be a very special match,” she said. 'I played here [for Wolfsburg] For nine years, so it will of course be special. I will give 100% for Barcelona, but it will be a difficult match because Wolfsburg plays very aggressively.
“The Champions League is unique. I know that Wolfsburg will be very strong opponents, but we want to play our best. I don't know who the favorites are; we can only learn on the field. We prepare for a great game and we hope to win.”
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