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WATCH: Ilaix thanks Koeman after Barcelona win

FC Barcelona v Deportivo Alavés - La Liga Santander
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The midfielder came on in the second half

Ilaix Moriba enjoyed more first-team minutes on Saturday as a second-half substitute in the 2-0 win over Sevilla in La Liga.

Manager Ronald Koeman opted to bring on the 18-year-old after Pedri was forced off with injury. It was something of a surprise move given the youngster’s inexperience but proved a good move with Ilaix enjoying a strong cameo.

Indeed the youngster teed up Messi for Barcelona’s second of the afternoon that sealed the win at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium.

Ilaix was spotted after the final whistle offering his thanks to Koeman for another first-team chance.

The youngster also seemed to have impressed Koeman who praised the midfielder after the match.

“He was very good. He was strong and very calm on the ball after coming on. He contributed in the little time he had. He helped us to win.”

Source | Marca

Ilaix will be hoping for more minutes next time out and looks to be in contention for Wednesday’s game against Sevilla with Pedri expected to miss out because of a leg injury.



Source: barcablaugranes.com

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