Fricson George defended bullfighters for 15 seasons (1994-2008) and does not consider the match between Barcelona and Liga (Q) a classic. However, the former Esmeraldas side back estimated that it is always a difficult match in which the yellow team cannot negotiate victory when both clubs meet at the Monumental.
If it is not a classic, what does Liga mean in Barcelona's history?
It is simply one of the rivals that is generally difficult in the national championship, such as –without belittling other teams– El Nacional and Universidad Catolica, for example. It is a match in which Barcelona fans want to see their team win always.
Will it weigh tomorrow that the albos have ended the undefeated streak that the canarios had in the championship?
Beyond that, Barcelona has to understand that at the Monumental it must beat everyone (the rivals).
What is your opinion on Hernán Barcos' attitude after Liga's recent victory (he took the microphone and told the white fans that "the home is respected")?
There are players who try to heat up the atmosphere of our football, which has now become so calm. These things do some harm. It incites the fans to take (football) in other (violent) ways.
Does it tire the Barcelona fans not to be able to win, after 21 years, at the white stadium?
The Barcelona fan will see it, if they are patient. It has not been achieved, but nothing is eternal. They said that the Twin Towers (in New York) would never fall and eventually they did. At some point, Barcelona will have to win.
Do you have any special memories of this match?
A valuable match is one with a full stadium. So, it would be when we won 3-0 (on August 27, 2006), with a pass from me from the midfield to Derlis Florentin, a great friend who rests in peace (the Paraguayan striker passed away in 2010). (D)