Seydou Keita, who scored Barça’s only goal tonight added that “it is a very important day for Barcelona fans. Now we have the Champions League final to come, which is very important for this club. I dedicate it to my wife, my children and all Barcelona fans.”

The following are other statements made tonight by FC Barcelona players.

Messi

“We have worked hard against a strong rival in Madrid.”

“Now is the time to celebrate it.”

Mascherano

“This title shows how hungry this team is.”

Valdés

“We have fought as hard as we can and we deserve it”

“It has been a very difficult year and the fans know that. Today we can celebrate to the maximum. It has been a hard-fought title and now’s the time for celebrations.”

“It has been very hard. Of the ones I’ve won I’d say it’s been the hardest league of all.”

“It has been very tough in terms of the media, but we have managed to isolate ourselves very well.”

“Now we can celebrate in Barcelona.”

Fontàs

“I am very, very happy.”

“It is different, because of the importance of winning the league with the first team.”

“Yes, I do believe it. Now we’ll celebrate it like we should.”

Xavi

“A title always feels good and this league has been very difficult to win. This team deserves so much merit. I want to congratulate all Barça supporters.”

“The fans deserve it.”

Iniesta

“We are very happy. Now’s the time to enjoy the league.”

“It all happens so fast you get no time to enjoy it.”

“You have to make the maximum effort to win the league.”

Villa

“Now is the time to celebrate.”