Frank Rijkaard said he is sad that Barcelona failed to score against Benfica in the first-leg of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final on Tuesday despite the good performance. "Unfortunately we were not able to score but the result was a good one though nothing has been decided one way or another," Rijkaard told reporters after the match. "We created a lot of chances and with a bit of luck we could have scored but we can't complain about what was essentially a good performance," he said. Despite dominating the game, Barcelona players lacked the final touch and failed to deliver on numerous chances. Rijkaard hailed Benfica for their game and for successfully containing Brazilian magician Ronaldinho.
Ronaldinho with Eto'o and Iniesta "Benfica showed they are a good team and Ronaldinho was well marked," the Dutchman said. "We know we can do better at home, but the most important thing from today was that we didn't concede a goal," he added. Ronaldinho concurred with his coach. "Ricardo Rocha was very good, I wasn't able to play my game or serve up my colleagues the assists I'm used to," the Brazilian said. "However, in front of our own fans, and with the confidence and motivation we have in the side I am sure we will progress," he insisted.
