Star Barcelona duo admit fatigue has affected form ahead of Atletico Madrid tie

Barcelona players Raphinha and Jules Koundé have attributed the team's recent poor form to fatigue and a decline in performance.

Over the past two months, Barcelona has won just one of their last six La Liga matches, squandering a nine-point lead.

Raphinha admitted that tiredness played a major role in their struggles, along with a lack of concentration.

He emphasized the importance of approaching each game with the mindset of facing the toughest opponent. Koundé echoed these thoughts, noting a drop in pressure, focus, and technical skills, particularly in La Liga.

Both players stressed the need for a change in attitude to address these issues as they face Atletico Madrid in a crucial match.