Manolo González on the lineup, Hinojo, Drkusic, Hartman, Mbappé, Vinicius

RCD Espanyol

Respect for Real Madrid, but no fear: "Respect always, but fear none. We all know the strength of the team, with one of the best coaches in the world and in history, but it's a match that really motivates us and should help us give our very best".

How to defend Mbappé and Vinicius: "Defend together and in order. You have to defend well for the 97 minutes and then try to attack with judgment and without fear, knowing that you can hurt them, as with all teams."

Playing against Madrid in their first match: "They have special talent, it doesn't matter when you catch them. They're players with great potential, but what worries me is the way we go out to face the tie, that's what defines these matches. When there are bad moments, you have to know how to suffer and stay alive, as we did two seasons ago".

Match preparation: "During the week you work a lot, but then reality arrives tomorrow. It's a complicated match; when it comes to running, they're among the best teams in the world and in the spaces they can kill you, which is why it's very important to attack in an organized way".

Give 100% to compete: "All the players have to be prepared to have the match tempo and to play flat out for every minute they're on the pitch. Those who come on have to give more than 100%; if we do that, I'm sure we'll compete well. You have to compete in the match to the maximum; I'd like to see a team that keeps the pulse with Madrid and is mentally strong enough to take the blows. That makes a team mature and keep growing".

Absences for the match: "Cabrera due to suspension, and Puado and Kike García due to injury".

Preferences in the market: "We're looking at different players and we'll try to sign the one with the most level. We want them to be able to adapt to both flanks and give us the maximum level possible".

Stability on the Perico bench: "I'm grateful to the club. It's a real achievement. What gives you continuity is the work; every day I'm here I'll be grateful. It's something to be proud of, and you have to value it when you're there".

On Vania Drkusic's status: "She's ready to play; she was coming off training and playing with Zenit. Everyone is prepared and we'll have to choose the best option".

The importance of the Perico fans: "The fans have been a pillar since I arrived at the club. The bond between the squad and the fans is important. Tomorrow they'll be by our side, as they always do. We'll give it everything",

On the role of Roger Hinojo: "He's a player with the level to be able to play for Espanyol. Romero delivered a great level, but each person does their job; we're not here to replace anyone".

About the Perico XI: "We might have some doubts and consider a change, but generally we have a pretty clear idea of the team that will play".