Xavi wins his last game as Barcelona coach in final round of Spanish league
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Xavi wins his last game as Barcelona coach in final round of Spanish league

Associated Press  

MADRID — Xavi Hernández ended his stint as Barcelona coach with a 2-1 win at Sevilla in the final round of the Spanish league on Sunday. He deserves the best.” Barcelona had already clinched second place and a spot in the lucrative Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia next season. But last week the president was reportedly unhappy when the head coach spoke openly about how the club’s poor finances would impede it from competing with fierce rival Real Madrid. Barcelona, Girona and Atletico Madrid were the other three teams that qualified for the Champions League next season, while Basque Country rivals Athletic Bilbao and Real Sociedad will play in the Europa League.

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La Liga: Mbappe on target as Real Madrid cruise to Leganes win
4 weeks ago

La Liga: Mbappe on target as Real Madrid cruise to Leganes win

Deccan Chronicle  

Leganes: Kylian Mbappe scored his first goal in five games for Real Madrid as the champions beat Leganes 3-0 on Sunday in La Liga. "The team managed the good feelings that we had in the against Osasuna well, and we confirmed them today," said Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti. Sealing the win Valverde, captaining Madrid for the first time and …

Barcelona’s attack keeps clicking and Catalan club earns another big Champions League win
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Barcelona’s attack keeps clicking and Catalan club earns another big Champions League win

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Barcelona showed its attacking prowess yet again in another big Champions League win. Robert Lewandowski netted twice to extend his scoring streak to 15 goals in his last 10 matches with the Catalan club, while an in-form Raphinha also scored for Barcelona, taking his recent Champions League tally to eight goals in his last six appearances. “We …

Barcelona Triumphs Over Real Madrid, Climbs to Third in La Liga
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Barcelona Triumphs Over Real Madrid, Climbs to Third in La Liga

China Daily  

FC Barcelona secured a 4-0 victory over Real Madrid in the first 'Clasico' of the season on Saturday night, extending their lead to six points clear of their rivals. Robert Lewandowski scored two goals, with a header and a penalty, while his assists from Marc Casado and Alejandro Balde were instrumental in the attack. Real Madrid, on the other hand, …

Barcelona Triumphs Over Real Madrid, Climbs to Third in La Liga
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Barcelona Triumphs Over Real Madrid, Climbs to Third in La Liga

China Daily  

FC Barcelona secured a resounding 4-0 victory over Real Madrid in the first 'Clasico' of the season on Saturday night. Robert Lewandowski struck twice in the first half, including a powerful header that found the back of the net. The visitors struggled to find an equaliser, with Real Madrid keeper Andriy Lunin making several impressive saves. In the second half, …

Barcelona Triumphs Over Real Madrid, Climbs to Third in La Liga
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Barcelona Triumphs Over Real Madrid, Climbs to Third in La Liga

China Daily  

FC Barcelona secured a resounding 4-0 victory over Real Madrid in the first 'Clasico' of the season on Saturday night. Robert Lewandowski struck twice in the first half, including a powerful header that found the back of the net. The visitors struggled to find an equalizing goal despite numerous chances, while Villarreal climbed to third place with a late winner …

Xavi’s Barcelona was whipped twice by Girona last season so Flick’s team is looking for revenge
3 months, 1 week ago

Xavi’s Barcelona was whipped twice by Girona last season so Flick’s team is looking for revenge

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — The lowest of the lows of Barcelona’s trophyless campaign last season was when it was spanked not once, but twice, by the formerly modest Girona. Girona dealt Barcelona a pair of stinging 4-2 defeats as the club partly owned by Manchester City’s Abu Dhabi ownership emerged as one of the surprise packages of European soccer. Olmo scored …

Squad doubts led to Xavi exit, says Barcelona president Laporta
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Squad doubts led to Xavi exit, says Barcelona president Laporta

The Hindu  

Barcelona president Joan Laporta said on Tuesday that he decided to sack coach Xavi Hernandez after the former midfielder expressed doubts about the squad. Xavi, who joined Barcelona on a three-year deal when Dutchman Ronald Koeman left in 2021, led the Catalan giants to their 27th league title last season. “Xavi did a good job, he took over the team …

Real Madrid fans see off Toni Kroos in Real Betis draw
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Real Madrid fans see off Toni Kroos in Real Betis draw

Hindustan Times  

Real Madrid supporters bade farewell to midfielder Toni Kroos in his final La Liga game for the club at the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday, a 0-0 draw against Real Betis. "It's not easy, I can only say thanks to Madrid, the club, my team-mates, to the stadium, I've always felt at home here in these 10 years, I can't ask …

'Laporta Will Only Have to Tell His Motives': Xavi Deflects to Barcelona President For Reason Behind Recent Exit
6 months, 4 weeks ago

'Laporta Will Only Have to Tell His Motives': Xavi Deflects to Barcelona President For Reason Behind Recent Exit

News 18  

Xavi Hernández said Saturday that he is leaving Barcelona with “a clear conscience” that he did his best after the club decided to part ways with the former player, but that it will be up to president Joan Laporta to explain why he is going. But I think that we can feel proud of the work we have done.” In …

Xavi says Barcelona president will have to explain why he won’t continue as coach
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Xavi says Barcelona president will have to explain why he won’t continue as coach

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Xavi Hernández said Saturday that he is leaving Barcelona with “a clear conscience” that he did his best after the club decided to part ways with the former player, but that it will be up to president Joan Laporta to explain why he is going. But I think that we can feel proud of the work we …

Barcelona parts ways with Xavi one month after coach reversed decision to step down
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Barcelona parts ways with Xavi one month after coach reversed decision to step down

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — First, he wanted out. One month after Xavi said he would continue as coach despite a disappointing season, the club told the former midfield great it did not want him back. Laporta “informed Xavi Hernández that he will not be continuing as first team coach in the 2024-25 season,” the club said. And when Xavi said he …

Xavi denies reports that Barcelona’s leadership is considering firing him
7 months ago

Xavi denies reports that Barcelona’s leadership is considering firing him

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Xavi Hernández on Saturday denied a slew of reports in Spanish media outlets that Barcelona’s leadership is considering firing the coach for having said that the club’s poor finances will impede it from competing with Real Madrid. Almost all the questions he faced were about the speculation in Spain’s sports press that club president Joan Laporta was …

Xavi reportedly under pressure at Barcelona after saying it will struggle to compete with Madrid
7 months ago

Xavi reportedly under pressure at Barcelona after saying it will struggle to compete with Madrid

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Xavi Hernández’s honesty about Barcelona’s ongoing financial strife has reportedly not sat well with the club. In a message directed at the Barcelona fans, Xavi said earlier this week that no one should get too excited about the summer transfer market since there is little money to spend. After Barcelona’s 2-0 win over last-placed Almeria on Thursday, …

Atletico Madrid moves closer to securing Champions League spot after beating Celta Vigo
7 months, 1 week ago

Atletico Madrid moves closer to securing Champions League spot after beating Celta Vigo

Associated Press  

MADRID — Atletico Madrid moved closer to securing the fourth and final Champions League spot with a 1-0 win over Celta Vigo in the Spanish league on Sunday. REAL MADRID CELEBRATES Real Madrid, which clinched its 36th league title last weekend, won 4-0 at Granada on Saturday. The celebrations did not take place last weekend because Madrid played Bayern Munich …

Xavi to remain as Barca coach
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Xavi to remain as Barca coach

China Daily  

MADRID - FC Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez has reversed his decision to step down as first team coach at the end of the current season and will now see out his contract until the end of June 2025. Barcelona vice-president Rafa Yuste confirmed the news late on Wednesday night outside the home of the club's president Joan Laporta following a …

Xavi will stay with Barcelona for another season, AP sources say. Coach had planned to leave
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Xavi will stay with Barcelona for another season, AP sources say. Coach had planned to leave

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Coach Xavi Hernández will stay with Barcelona for another year after all, agreeing to finish his contract to 2025 in a reversal of his decision to quit at the end of the season, two people with knowledge of the agreement said Wednesday. Spanish media said Xavi met with Laporta and sports director Deco for several hours on …

Real Madrid beats Barcelona with late Bellingham goal; moves closer to La Liga title win
8 months ago

Real Madrid beats Barcelona with late Bellingham goal; moves closer to La Liga title win

The Hindu  

With a late strike by Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid took a huge step toward winning the Spanish league. Bellingham, who quickly became one of Madrid’s most important players after his transfer last year, likely sealed the title on Sunday by scoring a stoppage-time winner in a 3-2 victory over Barcelona in the final “clasico” of the season. “He hadn't scored …

La Liga: Barcelona outclasses Atletico Madrid in 3-0 win to climb second
9 months ago

La Liga: Barcelona outclasses Atletico Madrid in 3-0 win to climb second

The Hindu  

Barcelona cruised to an emphatic 3-0 win at Atletico Madrid on Sunday with goals from Joao Felix, Robert Lewandowski and Fermin Lopez, to move second in the La Liga standings. Lewandowski extended the advantage two minutes into the second half as Raphinha stole the ball from Atletico’s Rodrigo de Paul to set up the Pole for his 13th league goal …

'Moment of truth' for Barca says coach Xavi after team on a roll
9 months, 3 weeks ago

'Moment of truth' for Barca says coach Xavi after team on a roll

Hindustan Times  

Barcelona coach Xavi said Saturday it was now the 'moment of truth' for his side who are on a roll of six wins in all competitions with an away match at Athletic Bilbao in La Liga and a Champions League return game at home to Napoli. Barcelona are eight points behind leaders Real Madrid after Real drew two games and …

Xavi laments Barcelona's 'lack of maturity' after 'bittersweet' 1-1 draw with Napoli in Champions League
10 months ago

Xavi laments Barcelona's 'lack of maturity' after 'bittersweet' 1-1 draw with Napoli in Champions League

Hindustan Times  

Barcelona were unable to protect a 1-0 lead in their Champions League round of 16 clash against Italian champions Napoli at the Stadio Maradona. Barca were playing their first Champions League knockout match for three years Barcelona head coach Xavi lamented the fact that his side defender well but lacked the control needed to dominate the match. Barca were playing …

Barcelona cannot afford any more slips-ups, says boss Xavi Hernandez
10 months ago

Barcelona cannot afford any more slips-ups, says boss Xavi Hernandez

The Hindu  

Barcelona have little room for error if it is to defend its LaLiga title, manager Xavi Hernandez said on Friday ahead of his side’s trip to Celta Vigo. Barca’s hopes to overtake bitter rival Real Madrid and this campaign’s surprise package Girona in the title race suffered another blow last weekend after a 3-3 home draw against relegation-threatened Granada. “These …

Gundogan leads 10-man Barcelona's 3-1 win at Alaves
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Gundogan leads 10-man Barcelona's 3-1 win at Alaves

Hindustan Times  

Ilkay Gundogan set up Robert Lewandowski and added a goal of his own to lead 10-man Barcelona to a 3-1 win at Alaves in the Spanish league on Saturday. Barcelona players celebrate their second goal scored by Barcelona's German midfielder #22 Ilkay Gundogan during the Spanish league football match between Deportivo Alaves and FC Barcelona Second-place Girona missed the chance …

Barcelona edge Osasuna in 1st game since coach Xavi announce decision to leave
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Barcelona edge Osasuna in 1st game since coach Xavi announce decision to leave

Hindustan Times  

With coach Xavi Hernández still in charge, Barcelona got back on track with a 1-0 win over Osasuna in the Spanish league on Wednesday. FC Barcelona coach Xavi reacts Young Brazil forward Vitor Roque scored his first goal since joining the club in Barcelona's first match since Xavi announced he will leave at the end of the season. Xavi had …

Barcelona president sticks with Xavi in show of support for the coach despite his decision to leave
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Barcelona president sticks with Xavi in show of support for the coach despite his decision to leave

Associated Press  

MADRID — Barcelona is sticking with Xavi Hernández amid a show of support for the coach despite his decision to leave at the end of the season. Barcelona president Joan Laporta said Sunday he will not make a coaching change and expects Xavi to remain fully committed despite not returning next season. “Xavi told me that at the end of …

From title triumph to stepping down, how Xavi’s Barcelona dream soured
10 months, 3 weeks ago

From title triumph to stepping down, how Xavi’s Barcelona dream soured

The Hindu  

Only a few months after lifting the Spanish title, Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez dramatically announced he would walk away from the club at the end of the season. After a 5-3 collapse against Villarreal on Saturday which left the champions 10 points adrift of league leaders Real Madrid, Xavi said coaching Barcelona was a “cruel and unpleasant” experience. Xavi took …

How constant criticism and pressure of the game forced Xavi to quit Barcelona coach job
10 months, 3 weeks ago

How constant criticism and pressure of the game forced Xavi to quit Barcelona coach job

Firstpost  

After Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, another top club in European football is set to lose its manager as Xavi Hernandez announced on Saturday that he will leave his position at Barcelona at the end of the season. After the Villarreal debacle Xavi said his players’ lacked the “maturity” to know how to hold onto leads, and after the Bilbao loss …

Xavi says will quit Barcelona after Villarreal defeat, Real Madrid take La Liga lead
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Xavi says will quit Barcelona after Villarreal defeat, Real Madrid take La Liga lead

Firstpost  

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez said he will quit his role at the end of the season after the team’s title defence was derailed in a remarkable 5-3 defeat by Villarreal on Saturday in La Liga. After Real Madrid moved two points clear of Girona at the top of the league with a late 2-1 win at Las Palmas, the pressure …

Xavi to quit Barcelona: Barca manager leaving Camp Nou at season end, citing 'lack of respect' and mental fatigue
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Xavi to quit Barcelona: Barca manager leaving Camp Nou at season end, citing 'lack of respect' and mental fatigue

Hindustan Times  

Xavi Hernández won’t continue as Barcelona’s coach after this season, saying he can't get the team out of a slump. Xavi said he made the decision “several days ago'' Xavi announced his decision on Saturday, minutes after Barcelona lost to Villarreal 5-3 in the Spanish league, leaving it 10 points adrift of leader Real Madrid. “As a Barcelona fan, I …

Xavi won’t continue at Barcelona after this season, citing ‘lack of respect’ and mental fatigue
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Xavi won’t continue at Barcelona after this season, citing ‘lack of respect’ and mental fatigue

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Xavi Hernández won’t continue as Barcelona’s coach after this season, saying he can’t get the team out of a slump. “As a Barcelona fan, I can’t allow this situation to continue, we need a change of course and of dynamics.” Xavi said he made the decision “several days ago,” and although the hard defeat to Villarreal set …

Xavi’s trophy hopes at Barcelona shrink after Copa del Rey exit
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Xavi’s trophy hopes at Barcelona shrink after Copa del Rey exit

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — The chances for Xavi Hernández to salvage Barcelona’s season — and likely his own job — are quickly fading. Xavi’s side exited the Copa del Rey quarterfinals after losing in extra time at Athletic Bilbao 4-2 on Wednesday, a loss that came two weeks after Barcelona was dismantled by Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup. While …

La Liga: Rampant Girona keep lead, Real Madrid, Barcelona stage late wins
11 months ago

La Liga: Rampant Girona keep lead, Real Madrid, Barcelona stage late wins

Firstpost  

Artem Dovbyk struck a hat-trick inside seven minutes as minnows Girona powered back to the top of La Liga with a thumping 5-1 win over Sevilla on Sunday. After Real Madrid scraped a controversial 3-2 win over bottom side Almeria and a treble by Ferran Torres helped Barca win 4-2 at Real Betis, Girona demonstrated their title credentials. Madrid battled …

Barcelona visits Betis needing a win after being demolished by Madrid
11 months ago

Barcelona visits Betis needing a win after being demolished by Madrid

The Hindu  

Xavi Hernandez returned to Barcelona as its football savior just over two years ago and succeeded in stabilizing a club in crisis by winning its first trophies since the traumatic exit of Lionel Messi. But the shine is wearing off the former midfield great with Barcelona struggling to defend its Spanish league title and having lost both of its “clasico” …

Barcelona boss Xavi is making his players WORSE not better, Real Madrid's Spanish Super Cup triumph proves Kylian Mbappe isn't needed, while Sevilla and Villarreal are serious relegation candidates -
11 months, 1 week ago

Barcelona boss Xavi is making his players WORSE not better, Real Madrid's Spanish Super Cup triumph proves Kylian Mbappe isn't needed, while Sevilla and Villarreal are serious relegation candidates -

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid trounced Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup leaving Xavi's future as coach in question. Ronald Araujo was sent off during Barcelona's Spanish Super Cup defeat by Real Madrid Your browser does not support iframes. Despite their 4-1 win over their eternal rivals, Real boss Carlo Ancelotti remained grounded Despite his devastating display, hat-trick hero Vinicius Jr admitted he …

Barcelona ready to ‘reset’ after loss to Madrid
11 months, 1 week ago

Barcelona ready to ‘reset’ after loss to Madrid

The Hindu  

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández knew exactly what was about to come his way after another big loss to Real Madrid. We must be self-critical and try to reset so we can keep competing for the three remaining titles.” READ | Saudi Arabia reveals high-tech stadium design atop cliff for 2034 World Cup, named for crown prince Barcelona’s next match is …

Xavi Anticipating 'Hungry' Real Madrid Ahead of El Clasico Clash in Spanish Super Cup
11 months, 1 week ago

Xavi Anticipating 'Hungry' Real Madrid Ahead of El Clasico Clash in Spanish Super Cup

News 18  

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez admitted Saturday that “hungry” rivals Real Madrid are in better form but insisted his side are strong and can retain the Spanish Super Cup. pic.twitter.com/M64IBUTkKM — RFEF January 13, 2024 Barcelona went on to win La Liga and although his team trail leaders Madrid by seven points this season, the coach insisted he has a “winning …

Spanish Super Cup: Hungry Madrid in better form but Barca strong, says Xavi
11 months, 1 week ago

Spanish Super Cup: Hungry Madrid in better form but Barca strong, says Xavi

The Hindu  

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez admitted Saturday that “hungry” rival Real Madrid is in better form but insisted his side is strong and can retain the Spanish Super Cup. Barcelona went on to win La Liga and although his team trails leader Madrid by seven points this season, the coach insisted he has a “winning project”. “We arrive in little less …

Barcelona to face Real Madrid in Super Cup final after 2-0 over Osasuna
11 months, 1 week ago

Barcelona to face Real Madrid in Super Cup final after 2-0 over Osasuna

The Hindu  

Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal scored second-half goals to give Barcelona an 2-0 win over Osasuna in a dour Spanish Super Cup semi-final in Saudi Arabia on Thursday. Barca set up a dream showpiece clash on Sunday with Real Madrid, which had beaten city rival Atletico Madrid in a breathtaking 5-3 derby earlier in the week. However, Osasuna players were …

Real Madrid beats rival Atletico in eight-goal thriller to book place in Super Cup final
11 months, 1 week ago

Real Madrid beats rival Atletico in eight-goal thriller to book place in Super Cup final

The Hindu  

Real Madrid defeated Atletico Madrid 5-3 after extra-time in a pulsating battle in Saudi Arabia to reach the Spanish Super Cup final on Wednesday. Antoine Griezmann levelled with a milestone goal for Atletico to become their all-time leading scorer and Kepa Arrizabalaga’s own goal sent the Rojilbancos ahead, but Dani Carvajal smashed Madrid level and forced extra-time. With the game …

Barcelona falls 3-2 to America in a friendly match
1 year ago

Barcelona falls 3-2 to America in a friendly match

The Hindu  

Barcelona, fielding a squad of youngsters and on short rest, lost 3-2 on Thursday to Mexico’s America in a friendly match in Dallas, Texas. A day after grinding out an unconvincing 3-2 La Liga win against basement club Almeria on Wednesday, Barcelona had goals from young Lamine Yamal in the sixth minute and Marc Guiu in the 28th. Coach Xavi …

‘We have to be one of the worst…’: Xavi left frustrated as Barcelona squander chances in 1-1 draw vs Valencia
1 year ago

‘We have to be one of the worst…’: Xavi left frustrated as Barcelona squander chances in 1-1 draw vs Valencia

Hindustan Times  

In a three-match winless run, Barcelona are in poor form currently, and were also held to a 1-1 draw by Valencia on Sunday. Xavi Hernandez' men took a 1-0 lead via Joao Felix in the 55th-minute, and thought they would bounce back to winning ways. Barcelona's head coach Xavi Hernandez gestures during the La Liga match against Valencia. Speaking after …

Xavi under pressure as Barcelona visits Valencia after two straight defeats
1 year ago

Xavi under pressure as Barcelona visits Valencia after two straight defeats

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Another poor performance by Barcelona in a defeat at modest Antwerp has increased the pressure on Xavi Hernández to turn things around. “No Forgiveness” was Mundo Deportivo’s headline, while Sport went with “Enough Is Enough!” “The defeat that really hurt was the one against Girona,” Xavi said this week after trying to find the bright side of …

Barcelona looks to regain best form and secure return to knockout stage of Champions League
1 year ago

Barcelona looks to regain best form and secure return to knockout stage of Champions League

Associated Press  

MADRID — A win against Porto will be enough to put Barcelona back in the knockout rounds of the Champions League after two consecutive group-stage eliminations. Barcelona is coming off a stretch that includes a 1-0 loss to Shakhtar Donetsk in its last Champions League game, and a 1-1 draw at Rayo Vallecano in its previous Spanish league match. “We …

Injury doubts haunt Barcelona ahead of El Clasico against Real Madrid
1 year, 1 month ago

Injury doubts haunt Barcelona ahead of El Clasico against Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez is facing serious injury concerns as his team prepares to host rivals Real Madrid in the LaLiga ‘El Clasico’ on Saturday. Xavi had to call up eight academy players for the Champions League match against Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday, as the Catalonian side grapples with injuries to eight key players, including Polish striker Robert Lewandowski. Barca …

La Liga: 17-year-old Guiu scores seconds into his debut as Barcelona beats Athletic 1-0; Girona joins Real at top with 5-2 win over Almeria
1 year, 2 months ago

La Liga: 17-year-old Guiu scores seconds into his debut as Barcelona beats Athletic 1-0; Girona joins Real at top with 5-2 win over Almeria

The Hindu  

Another teenager has made history for Barcelona in the Spanish league. The victory gave Barcelona 24 points after 10 matches, one point behind league leaders Real Madrid and Girona. Barcelona, the only unbeaten team left in the league, got the win despite playing without several regular starters, including Robert Lewandowski, Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, Raphinha, Jules Koundé and Sergi Roberto. …

Barcelona 1-0 Sevilla: Sergio Ramos scores an own goal to send the hosts top of LaLiga as the Real Madrid legend's blunder is the difference-maker for all the wrong reasons
1 year, 2 months ago

Barcelona 1-0 Sevilla: Sergio Ramos scores an own goal to send the hosts top of LaLiga as the Real Madrid legend's blunder is the difference-maker for all the wrong reasons

Daily Mail  

Sergio Ramos scored for Barcelona to send Xavi’s team back to the top of La Liga. Ferran Torres crossed and Lamine Yamal headed down towards Fermin Lopez but the cross was intercepted by Ramos who steered back past Orjan Nyland in the Sevilla goal. Sergio Ramos scored the only goal after tucking the ball into his own net against Barcelona …

La Liga: Barcelona Produce Sensational Comeback in the Final 10 Minutes As They Win 3-2 Against Celta Vigo
1 year, 2 months ago

La Liga: Barcelona Produce Sensational Comeback in the Final 10 Minutes As They Win 3-2 Against Celta Vigo

News 18  

The Polish striker for Barcelona, Robert Lewandowski scored a brace while the Portuguese fullback, Joao Cancelo’s winner helped Barcelona seal a stunning comeback victory over Celta Vigo with the scoreline 3-2 on Saturday to take them to the top of La Liga. Wily Celta coach Rafa Benitez set up in his typically defensive fashion, unlike Barcelona’s recent visitors Real Betis …

Xavi: Barcelona under brutal pressure after our golden era
1 year, 3 months ago

Xavi: Barcelona under brutal pressure after our golden era

The Hindu  

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez said Monday his time in the team as a player helped set a high bar which the club is now struggling to reach in the Champions League. In 10 years, from 2006 to 2015, four Champions Leagues were won.” The coach said the club’s objective was to make it through the group phase, ahead of its …

La Liga: Barcelona Snatch Late Win Over Cadiz, Atletico Madrid Held to Goalless Draw by Real Betis
1 year, 4 months ago

La Liga: Barcelona Snatch Late Win Over Cadiz, Atletico Madrid Held to Goalless Draw by Real Betis

News 18  

Pedri and Ferran Torres’ late strikes earned La Liga champions Barcelona a 2-0 win over Cadiz in their first competitive home game away from Camp Nou on Sunday. “I’m happy, quite satisfied with the team’s work and their positional play too, I think it’s a totally deserved victory,” said Barca coach Xavi Hernandez. At the other end Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre …

Barcelona excelled at home last term, conceding a mere four goals in 19 outings at Camp Nou, two of which came in its lone defeat - a 2-1 loss to Real Sociedad with the title already won.
1 year, 4 months ago

Barcelona excelled at home last term, conceding a mere four goals in 19 outings at Camp Nou, two of which came in its lone defeat - a 2-1 loss to Real Sociedad with the title already won.

The Hindu  

Barcelona starts its tenancy at the Olympic Stadium on Montjuic, the club’s temporary home while Camp Nou is being rebuilt, on Sunday against Cadiz without coach Xavi Hernandez after his red card in the season opener. Barcelona coach Xavi banned two games for red card in season opener “There’s no need to get too worked up about it. A point …

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