Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde spoke to the press after the Clasico clash in Miami on Saturday night.

Opinion about the game
"It was a tough day due to the heat and humidity. I think that we started well, scored two goals but due to the humidity our movement dropped at times and also there were times when the game was end to end. I liked the attitude of the team and the way they tried to dominate the match. It is true that we did give away chances but we created more."

Miami atmosphere
"We have been happy in all the games with the support that we have been given. We know that Barca have fans around the world but you need to see it here in training and in matches to fully take it on board."

Will the league be worse off without Neymar?
"I respect everyone’s views and I prefer to speak about what took place. At the moment Neymar is here, we are counting on him with the view that he will help us this season."

Messi
"We hope to see the best of Messi and the team. It was possible to see the talent today of these players and those of Madrid. In particular Messi is extraordinary and we have the desire to win all the titles."

Results or performances?
"Usually the results are a consequence of the football. We will focus on our play, controlling games, not giving the opposition chances and logically getting the victory. If you want to win you need to control the play. I am happy as there were moments of real quality."

Neymar a step closer to the door?
"I do not want to speculate. For me Neymar is in the same situation as a few days ago and I hope it remains like that."