Figo praises Barcelona's flying start to season
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- Mundo DeportivoLocal press
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- Autor Redacción
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Key points
- Figo told Radio Marca Barcelona have begun "very strong" with 21 points from 21 and a six-point lead over Real Madrid
- The former Barcelona player warned the season is long and urged caution despite the impressive start
- Figo backed Real Madrid to compete until the end despite their current deficit to the leaders
Summary
Luis Figo, now a UEFA adviser but forever linked to Real Madrid, praised Barcelona's impressive start to the season in an interview with Radio Marca. The Portuguese legend acknowledged Barcelona are \"winning and playing well\" with 31 goals scored, but cautioned that \"the season is very long\" and outcomes remain uncertain.\n\nFigo also expressed confidence that Real Madrid will not give up their title chase despite trailing by six points, saying the competition \"has to be regular until May\" with inevitable ups and downs along the way.
Original headline
Figo: "El Barça ha empezado muy fuerte, está ganando y jugando bien"
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