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Ilaix Moriba reacts to making his Barcelona debut in Copa del Rey win

Ilaix Moriba made his Barcelona debut on Thursday in the team’s 2-0 win over Cornella in the Copa del Rey.

The midfielder, who only turned 18 yesterday, was named in the starting XI for the match and played 74 minutes before being replaced by Sergio Busquets.

Ilaix spoke about his debut after the match and thanked Ronald Koeman for giving him the opportunity in the first team.

“I am between B and the first team, but my team is B. He also wants to thank Pimi for his trust, but also the rest of the coaches I have had.