FC Barcelona's squad arrived back at 14:00 at Terminal C of the Barcelona Airport El Prat. Now, they have to start to prepare for the difficult match against Atlético Madrid on Thursday night at Camp Nou.
After the defeat against Internacional in the FIFA Club World Cup final on Sunday, it is important that the team keep their heads up and look forward to the last match of the Year 2006.
During the long flight, many of the players did not sleep to fight off the jet leg upon their return.
Barca coach Frank Rijkaard has ordered the squad to return to training today, on Tuesday at 12:00 on the pitch in front of La Masia. After the training session the team will participate in the traditional, annual Christmas lunch, which starts at 14:00.
