Barcelona forward Ferran Torres stated that El Clasico, the iconic rivalry match against Real Madrid, is actually the game with the least pressure for players. Speaking in an interview published on May 6, 2026, Torres explained that the intense focus and preparation required for the match reduce external distractions.
βItβs the least pressure because you know exactly what you have to do,β Torres said. βThe preparation is clear, and the team is fully concentrated. You donβt think about anything else.β The comment comes ahead of the upcoming La Liga season, with Barcelona and Real Madrid both vying for the title.
Torres, who has played in multiple El Clasico matches since joining Barcelona in 2022, emphasized that the high stakes actually simplify the mental approach. βIn other games, you might overthink. In El Clasico, you just play,β he added.
The statement has sparked debate among fans and analysts, with some agreeing that the clarity of purpose in big matches reduces anxiety, while others argue the opposite. Barcelona currently sits second in La Liga, three points behind Real Madrid with five games remaining.
