'It will be a war!' - Barcelona starlet Xavi Espart sends defiant message to Real Madrid ahead of El Clasico battle
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Barcelona teenage sensation Xavi Espart has lit the fuse ahead of Sunday's highly anticipated El Clasico, promising that the Catalan giants are ready for a physical battle against Real Madrid. Despite the disappointment of a recent Champions League setback, the versatile youngster is adamant that his side will leave everything on the pitch at Camp Nou.
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