‘We remember what happened’ – Dani Olmo fires warning to Atletico ahead of Champions League clash with Barcelona

Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo has issued a clear message of intent ahead of the Champions League quarter-final against Atletico Madrid, insisting the Catalans are ready to avenge their recent Copa del Rey elimination. The two sides meet in Europe’s premier club competition just weeks after Atletico edged a dramatic semi-final 4-3 on aggregate to knock Barça out of the domestic cup.

Speaking to the club’s official media, Olmo acknowledged the familiarity of the fixture and the high stakes involved. “It’s a scenario we expected, but it’s a situation I’ve already experienced, both last year and at my previous clubs. It’s all or nothing,” he said.

The 26-year-old, who joined Barcelona from RB Leipzig, expressed confidence in his team’s ability to progress if they perform to their maximum. “We have the quality and we can do it if we’re at our best. We’re motivated, we remember what happened in the Cup, and we can’t afford to fail.”

The victor of the all-Spanish tie will advance to face either Arsenal or Sporting CP in the semi-finals, moving one step closer to this season’s Champions League final.