Espanyol Player Sparks Controversy Ahead of Barcelona Clash: "I Will Step on Yamal"

Espanyol player Pere Milla has sparked widespread controversy with statements he made during his participation in a humorous program called 'Perico que Vuela'.

These statements came in response to a question about which player he would like to 'step on' in the upcoming Catalan derby, with Milla choosing Barcelona's Lamine Yamal.

Milla stated, "I will step on Lamine Yamal," and then added, emphasizing, "Pere Milla will step on Lamine Yamal."

These remarks greatly angered Barcelona fans and heightened tension ahead of the anticipated clash between the two teams. The return of player Joan García also contributes to this charged atmosphere.

In light of this atmosphere, the match has been classified as high-risk, prompting Espanyol to implement strict security measures, including stringent and comprehensive entry controls, as well as installing nets behind both goals to prevent objects from being thrown onto the pitch.