Javier Mascherano on Neymar: He has to learn from his error
The Argentine spoke about his team-mate ahead of Barcelona's clash with Juventus
Neymar was issued a red card against Malaga and then applauded the fourth official which could get him banned
Javier Mascherano defended Neymar from criticism but also gave the forward a clip round the ear for his red card during Barcelona’s defeat by Malaga.
“Other players have done the same and have only had a one-game ban. As for Neymar, it’s very easy to talk from your sofa. It’s a different matter when you’re on the pitch,” said the Argentine star during a press conference ahead of Barcelona’s clash with Juventus.
“Yes, we make mistakes, I have done more than once, but you can only learn from your errors. But we don’t point fingers at each other. The opposite, in fact. If something happens to one of us we group together and try to help them through any difficult situation.”
Luis Enrique, Barcelona’s coach, was less forthcoming with comments on the issue.
“I’ve got a big game tomorrow against Juventus, let’s talk about that for now, focus on that,” said the coach. “I don’t want to talk about other things.”
