It is, accordingly, a prize with affectionate recollections from various periods in the Dutchman's profession, and he will be quick to add to that story this end of the week.
Koeman joined Barcelona as a major part in the 1989/90 season and tasted prompt achievement, helping the Blaugrana rout Real Madrid 2-0 in the Copa del Rey last at Mestalla.
It was an indication of positive things to come as, albeit the Catalans completed third in LaLiga Santander that year, they and Koeman would proceed to win the following four class titles, while additionally getting the European Cup in 1992, the European Super Cup around the same time and the Supercopa de Espana on three events.
Just as being his first prize under Johan Cruyff at the Camp Nou, the Copa del Rey is likewise the last significant rivalry Koeman has won as a lead trainer, with the Dutch Super Cup with AZ Alkmaar in 2009 being his latest prize since leaving Valencia in 2008.
The 2021 Copa last this end of the week is a significant test for Koeman, and a triumph would help his employer stability heading into next season.
President Joan Laporta has emphasized his trust in the Dutch mentor, yet lifting the Copa would in any case be a lift for assurance.
Disappointment could imply that Barcelona end the season trophyless for the second year in progression and with two last losses to Athletic, notwithstanding a humiliating Champions League leave, which would be a harsh beginning stage with a view to the 2021/22 mission.
Koeman will trust, in any case, that a success on Saturday will be an ideal lift for his group for the rest of the period and that it could commence a time of accomplishment, similarly as in his first season as a player.
The Blaugrana have beaten UE Cornella, Rayo Vallecano, Granada and Sevilla to arrive at the last and now just Athletic substitute the way, for the second time this season, as Koeman hopes to lift his first prize as Barcelona chief.
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