Valverde talks about the differences between La Liga and the Premier League: There is a reason why the Premier League has 6 Champions League places

Early this morning on November 6, Athletic Bilbao lost 0-2 to Newcastle in the Champions League. Bilbao coach Ernesto Valverde accepted an interview with the media after the game.

Valverde said: "I regret the result of the game. Newcastle is a very physical team, always implementing high-intensity frontcourt pressure, and the set-piece tactics are very threatening. The first goal conceded was caused by this. We had an equalizer opportunity, but the second goal conceded caused damage and put us into chaos for a time. We reactivated the team through substitution adjustments, and finally two goals fell. The result of the defeat is regrettable, which prevents us from participating in the competition more deeply."

Talking about the difference between La Liga and the Premier League, Valverde said: "I'm not sure, but the fact is that the Premier League has strong financial resources, which means they have gathered a large number of excellent players. In Spain, Real Madrid and Barcelona have outstanding lineups, and Atletico Madrid is strong because of investment comparable to the Premier League clubs. It doesn't belong to that level. We strive to compete. There is a reason for the Premier League to have six teams in the Champions League, and we have five in La Liga, which shows that we are also doing well, but the final performance remains to be seen."

Talking about the opportunities for young players to play, Valverde said: "We have rejuvenated through substitutions, Nico Serrano has also been involved. Attacking, Hierro is very active. We are Athletic Bilbao and we know that we must provide space for these outstanding young players. The future of the club depends on them. Their ability to play is due to their hard work and strength day after day. "I have no doubt that the current poor record will change."