Booed on return, Ona Batlle slams Barça fans in clash with Arsenal

The crowd's whistle echoed at the Camp Nou as Ona Batlle, wearing Arsenal's kit, crossed the midfield during the warm‑up before Barça's Champions League clash. According to journalist Mario Ríos, the player did not have the desired return to Barcelona. The Maresme footballer arrived 'on a cushion' in the Catalan capital due to muscle aches and left the pitch at halftime, shortly after Barça drew with Arsenal.

Ona, who left the Catalan club last summer after winning everything to sign with the Gunners, was whistled as she entered the field. In the mixed zone she said: “The whistles? They come in one ear and go out the other. In a way I understand it and I knew it was something that could happen. I was happy to be back home and when I was on the pitch it felt odd to me.” Caroline, Arsenal’s MVP, never fails.

Words from the player herself

Batlle highlighted that the show of affection from her former teammates was far greater than that from the Barça fans, describing them as among the best in Europe and enjoying tough opponents. Alongside Misa, the player attended and stated that they had done a good collective job, knew it would be a tough match and arrived mentally prepared. When asked about her feelings against her former team, she admitted she was certain they would have to face Barça, was eager and admired the club as one of the best in Europe.

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