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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Wolverine GTR" data-source="post: 20309973" data-attributes="member: 158020">Pique stands up for Spain team-mate Pedro  Gerard Pique has come out in defence of Spain international team-mate Pedro after the Chelsea attacker vented his frustrations about being a bit-part player at Euro 2016. Pedro came off the bench late in Spain's 1-0 win over the Czech Republic in their tournament opener, but was an unused substitute as the two-time defending European champions defeated Turkey 3-0 on Friday.  The former Barcelona winger said he had "other expectations" when he arrived in France, but later apologised to the media and team-mates for his outburst, before Vicente Del Bosque confirmed that he would not be punished for his statements.And Pique has now backed Pedro, telling reporters:"This is a normal statement from a player who wants to play more. "Players like Pedro have had a significant career and want to continue playing and providing for the team."Spain face Croatia in their final Group D clash on Tuesday as they look to seal top spot, with Pique coming up against Barca team-mate Ivan Rakitic. "I have a very good relationship with him although I haven't spoken to him in the last few days," the 29-year-old said."They have a great team and it will be a difficult game."</blockquote>

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