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Barcelona: Barcelona defender Gerard Pique has said he remains committed to playing for Spain and won’t change his outspoken ways despite being booed by sections of La Roja’s fanbase.
Pique was targeted by the home fans during Spain’s 2-0 win over Slovakia on Friday after mocking Real Madrid during Barcelona’s treble-winning celebrations at the end of last season.
“The last thing I would do is leave the national team. Whether it lasts a day, a month or a year, I will continue to play as long as the coach wants me,” he said on Thursday.
Pique also dismissed suggestions that his support for a democratic vote on Catalan independence had also played a part in the treatment he has received.
The 28-year-old was part of the Spain sides that won the World Cup in 2010 and the European Championship two years later.
He has been widely supported by his colleagues in the national team and coach Vicente del Bosque, who described the boos as “lamentable.”
However, Real Madrid captain and international teammate Sergio Ramos said Pique’s actions “hadn’t helped” the situation given the rivalry that exists between the two clubs.
“I have 70 caps. There are no doubts, I have always given my best in every game,” he added.
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