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Barcelona coach Vilanova admits getting emotional over Abidal farewell

Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova admits he became emotional when Eric Abidal took the field against Malaga yesterday.

It marked Abidal's last appearance for Barca.

"It was an emotional couple of minutes. It was hard to stay composed during certain moments. You'll understand, from my perspective, I understand this a little better. I wish him all the best and I hope he's happy," said Vilanova.

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