In the early morning of December 11, Beijing time, the sixth round of the Champions League, Villa away from Leipzig, and finally reversed the score of 3-2 to win. After the match, Villa star Barkley talked about the state of mind of the key goal and the atmosphere of the team in the interview.
"As a substitute, my mission is to relentlessly pursue miracles." Barkley said passionately, "Duran came on as a substitute and was like a sharp blade, cutting through the opponent's defense and eventually managed to score. I'm glad I was able to capitalize on that crucial play and seal the win for the team. At Villa, every player is indispensable and the substitutes also have the opportunity to contribute to the team."
Talking about the team's forward competition, Barkley was confident: "Now that we have two top forwards battling for the starting job, it's a challenge and motivation for me. Duran's performance has been impeccable, but each of us has the common goal of winning as a team. I believe that through this competition we can unlock even greater potential and win more for Villa."
As of now, the 31-year-old Barkley has made 18 appearances for Villa this season, including three starts, contributing three goals and one assist. His stellar performances have undoubtedly been a key factor in Villa's victories.
