It's Marquez versus Marquez in today's clash

Barcelona star Rafael Marquez says he has studied Mexican rivals' style

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Abu Dhabi: "Everyone is here to win. Football is football. You never know what happens," said Barcelona star Rafael Marquez, warning that no game is a walkover.

"We are doing things well. It has been a lucky year for us and we have had some tremendous success. We also want to win this. This is an interesting championship," he added.

"It has been a long season and there is much of the season ahead. We have to apply ourselves and just concentrate. There is no time for relaxation," he said.

A Mexican who has a namesake in the Atlante team, Marquez said, "I know Rafa and he is a very interesting player. He always wants to score."

"As a Mexican playing for Barca, I have had unique opportunities and also have enormous responsibilities. We are hoping for a good result tomorrow."

Commenting on his Mexican rivals in the semis, Marquez said, "I have not studied their style. Though I do not know the nitty-gritties of their game I know they are a very good side. It will not be a walkover."

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