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Rodri says Barcelona are not Champions League favorites

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 8:20 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Rodri says Barcelona are not Champions League favorites

Summary

Barcelona's Rodri stated that he does not consider the team to be favorites to win the UEFA Champions League. Despite a strong start to the season with six wins across all competitions and 26 goals scored, Rodri emphasized the need for improvement and experience to contend for the title. The summer signing acknowledged the work ahead to refine the team's performance and establish itself as a contender in Europe. He expressed confidence in the team's potential but believes they still have several aspects to develop before being labeled front-runners for the trophy.

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By the Numbers

•Rodri does not see Barcelona as favorites for the Champions League.
•Barcelona started the season with six straight victories.
•The team scored 26 goals and conceded five so far.
•Rodri emphasizes the need for growth and experience.
•Barcelona is looking to establish itself as a contender.

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Barcelona summer signing Rodri has early this week revealed his take that he and his teammates should not be considered the frontrunners to go all the way on the continent this season.Barca are of cou...
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