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Buffon insists Juventus do not fear Barcelona

Juventus goalkeeper Gigi Buffon insists they do not fear Barcelona.

Juve meet Barca in the Champions League final next month.

"We are very positive, as in two weeks many things could change on a psychological and physical level," Buffon told La Gazzetta dello Sport.

"Clearly on paper it's difficult, but we have what it takes to play this the best way. If Barcelona all reach the Final at 100 per cent, then obviously it'll be tough.

"Seeing as we are there, we want to play our cards and not hold back. There is so much pride in our souls for everything we've done this season and in past years.

"We know how strong Barcelona are and the optimism circulating right now will wane as we get closer to our opponents.

"None of this affects us, as we know that we are an excellent team. We know Barcelona are stronger, but in a one-off game the best side doesn't always win. You have to be better on the night and lucky too.

"Who knows, maybe in Berlin we'll get the rub of the green."

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