He started studying economics, but he didn't like it. Now, at 29, Marc Roca (Vilafranca del Penedès, 1996) doesn't yet have a plan B other than football. However, he prefers not to think about it because he wants to make the most of his professional career now that the physical pain has finally disappeared from his routine. After four very tough years due to a left ankle injury, the Catalan midfielder has become one of Manuel Pellegrini's most important players for Betis. He had to undergo surgery and start over after seven months without playing. This Saturday (6:30 p.m., Movistar LaLiga) he will try to neutralize Hansi Flick's Barça. And of course, as a lifelong Espanyol fan, he will be even more motivated.