Petr Cech made a crucial save to deny Gerard Delofeu from close range in the closing stages, and the manager was full of praise for the “world-class” 33-year-old.
“That is why I cannot play in goal and we need a top-level goalkeeper,” the manager said. “It is a vital moment just before the end of the game to keep us in the match. If the ball goes in, we have no time to respond anymore. That is why he is world class.“