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# 5 Gerard Pique
The Spaniard has been like a rock of the Catalan defense this season, standing strong for them in crunch situations. The 31-year-old has manned his team's defense with a resolute approach for nine and a half years now.
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Though in the ongoing season the defender had some fitness issues, Gerard Pique has made a strong comeback to the team thereafter.
He has been quite good at winning aerial duals as well as long crosses, while he has used his physicality really well by making some smart tackles.
Pique has always provided a lot of steadiness in the Barcelona defense by showing some dogged resistance of his own. It looks much more organized because of his presence. The Spain international definitely is the most reliable defender in their line up.
