Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag says their Europa League playoff with Barcelona is a clash of two revived teams.
wo of Europe's biggest names are more accustomed to meeting each other in the Champions League, but meet in UEFA's junior competition at the Nou Camp on Thursday for a place in the last 16.
"Both clubs are in the Europa League and both have the ambition to be in the Champions League, and impact the Champions League to go beyond the group stage," said Ten Hag.
"But the reality is we are in the Europa League. Both clubs needed a reset and we are both on a journey and going in the right direction. We're excited to face each other tomorrow, it will be a good test.
"Barcelona are playing their best football for several years. I like the values of this club. It has brought up so many big players and teams. I'm looking forward to facing them."