Barcelona's Victor Valdes 'Satisfied' With Performance Against Rubin Kazan

Despite failing to win in Europe again, there are no excuses for Barca...

Barcelona's Victor Valdes in action for his side as he screams commands to his players
Barcelona goalkeeper Victor Valdes said he was "satisfied" with his own performance and that of the team, following their scoreless draw away to Russian champions Rubin Kazan in the UEFA Champions League.

Valdes had to be at his best to deny the Russians on a handful of occasions, in a group that is proving to be one of the tightest in this edition of the tournament.

"The temperature made it very difficult to play. The cold was intense, but our doctors have done a good job. The cold is no excuse though," he declared.

"They [Rubin] are a very good team. We had our chances, but could not score. I am satisfied with my work and for the whole team."

Barcelona will next play host to Inter, before having to travel to Ukraine to take on Dynamo Kiev.

He added, "The group is very tight. There are two games left that will be closely contested by everyone."

Paul Madden, Goal.com
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