Enrique defends poor Busquet

 

Luis Enrique has defended Sergio Busquets' performances this season and insists his Barcelona players are not "machines". Barcelona is two points off La Liga leader Real Madrid and on course to qualify for the knockout stages of the Champions League, despite losing 3-1 at Manchester City on Tuesday. Sergio Busquets has faced criticism over his performances, though, after some indifferent

individual displays.However, Enrique argued that even his outstanding stars should be forgiven for occasional below-par showings. "I publicly congratulate Sergio Busquets on his attitude and behavior," he told a news conference ahead of Sunday's trip to Sevilla."He is a key player and I am very happy with him. My players aren't machines, they can have ups and downs. We shouldn't criticize him excessively. "Busquets has played eight times so far in the league this season, but was left on the bench for their last La Liga contest against Granada.