Ivan Rakitic: The referee won't sleep well after this

Ivan Rakitic: The referee won't sleep well after this

Ivan Rakitic says referee David Fernandez Borbalan will have had a bad night's sleep on Thursday night after watching replays from Barcelona's 2-1 defeat by Athletic Club.

"I don't think the referee will have the best night when he re-watches the match," said the Croatian.

Neymar was denied a clear penalty when fouled in the box, among other moments that upset Barcelona players.

Despite the defeat, Rakitic believes Barcelona can go on to win the tie.

"I am optimistic and with all respect to Athletic Bilbao, I believe we will get through. At no point did we consider the tie lost."