LaLiga: Xavi Hernandez says he feels 'liberated' by announcing FC Barcelona exit
10 months, 3 weeks ago

LaLiga: Xavi Hernandez says he feels 'liberated' by announcing FC Barcelona exit

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Xavi Hernandez said on Tuesday he felt “liberated” after announcing that he would step down as Barcelona coach at the end of the season. The former Barca midfielder said he would following a damaging 5-3 defeat by Villarreal last weekend which left his team well off the pace in their La Liga title defence. “It happened to all the coaches: Pep told me, it happened to Valverde, I saw Luis Enrique suffer.” Barcelona, who have struggled with financial issues in recent seasons, appointed Xavi as boss in November 2021 and he helped turn their fortunes around, lifting the league title last term. But the Catalan giants sit 11 points behind surprise leaders Girona this season, were thrashed 4-1 by rivals Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup and were dumped out of the Copa del Rey by Athletic Bilbao.

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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 …

Xavi issues warning to his managerial successor at Barcelona
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Xavi issues warning to his managerial successor at Barcelona

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Departing Barcelona manager Xavi has warned his successor …

Xavi linked with Premier League giants days after Barcelona sacking
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Xavi linked with Premier League giants days after Barcelona sacking

Hindustan Times  

Xavi Hernandez is already in demand days after getting sacked by Barcelona as manager after the 2023-24 season. The Barcelona legend had a roller-coster season with the Catalan Giants where he guided his team to the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League and second place in the La Liga points table. However, the recent difference of opinions with the president …

'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 …

'It is never easy to leave the club of your life': Xavi Hernandez pens message after being sacked by Barcelona
6 months, 4 weeks ago

'It is never easy to leave the club of your life': Xavi Hernandez pens message after being sacked by Barcelona

India TV News  

Xavi Hernandez was sacked by Spanish club Barcelona from his position of coach on Friday, May 24. Xavi penned a message for the fans saying that it is not easy to leave the club of life but is proud of the team. It is never easy to leave the club of your life, but I am very proud, after two …

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 claims Barcelona's players were NOT giving their all before he announced he was leaving - and reveals why he made dramatic U-turn
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Xavi claims Barcelona's players were NOT giving their all before he announced he was leaving - and reveals why he made dramatic U-turn

Daily Mail  

Barca went on an 11-game unbeaten run and beat Valencia 4-2 on Monday night Xavi has suggested that his Barcelona players were not giving 100 per cent when he announced his intention to step down in January. Xavi believes his players were not giving their all earlier in the season, before he decided to step down They have since been …

Xavi says Barcelona’s improved play has been key to changing his mind to leave the club
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Xavi says Barcelona’s improved play has been key to changing his mind to leave the club

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Xavi Hernández says he walked back his decision to leave Barcelona this summer after his players convinced him “this is a winning team” even if this season will end without any trophies. Xavi spoke a day after he reached an agreement with Barcelona to reverse his January decision to leave his boyhood club after this season. He …

Xavi thanks squad for support after confirming he will remain as Barcelona boss
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Xavi thanks squad for support after confirming he will remain as Barcelona boss

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The 44-year-old, who made more than 500 appearances for Barca during a …

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 …

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 …

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 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 threatens ‘to pack his bags’ if Barcelona players no longer follow him
11 months ago

Xavi threatens ‘to pack his bags’ if Barcelona players no longer follow him

The Hindu  

Under-pressure Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez said on Wednesday he would resign if his squad no longer believed in him following last weekend’s heavy Spanish Super Cup final loss to Real Madrid. “The day my players no longer follow me, I’ll pack my bags and leave,” Xavi told reporters. On Thursday, Barcelona faces third-tier Unionistas in the last 16 of the …

‘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 Hints Injured Barcelona Stars Could Return for El Clasico vs Real Madrid
1 year, 1 month ago

Xavi Hints Injured Barcelona Stars Could Return for El Clasico vs Real Madrid

News 18  

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez said he could start some key players against Real Madrid on Saturday who have been out injured in recent weeks, if they arrive 100 percent fit. “They all feel very good and you’ll have to wait until tomorrow for the squad list.” Barcelona’s only out-and-out striker Lewandowski has not played since going off injured against Porto …

Xavi — Barca’s prodigal son who found the silver lining
1 year, 7 months ago

Xavi — Barca’s prodigal son who found the silver lining

The Hindu  

The romance of winning titles both as a master and an apprentice at a football club sounds like the perfect media story, or even a Hollywood script. The club has been embroiled in a refereeing scandal, where allegations of paying the former president of the LaLiga refereeing committee, Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira, for “technical reports” have earned it a bad …

10 THINGS WE LEARNED FROM LALIGA: Real Madrid star Valverde is proving Toni Kroos right
2 years, 1 month ago

10 THINGS WE LEARNED FROM LALIGA: Real Madrid star Valverde is proving Toni Kroos right

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid remain top of the LaLiga league table after a 3-1 win against Sevilla Barcelona sealed a 4-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao at the Nou Camp on Sunday With three games left to play in La Liga before the break for the World Cup, 39 of the top 42 clubs are considering the possibility of refusing to play next …

El Clasico: 'I will leave Barcelona if I think I'm not the solution,' says Xavi Hernadez
2 years, 2 months ago

El Clasico: 'I will leave Barcelona if I think I'm not the solution,' says Xavi Hernadez

Firstpost  

Xavi is facing the heat ahead of El Clasico on Sunday as Barcelona’s form has been patchy with the Champions League exit looms at large. The Catalans are close to elimination from the Champions League after a draw with Inter Milan on Wednesday, despite heavy summer expenditure, and have faced criticism this week, ahead of El Clasico on Sunday. I …

Xavi: I will leave Barcelona if I think I’m not the solution
2 years, 2 months ago

Xavi: I will leave Barcelona if I think I’m not the solution

The Hindu  

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez says he will walk away from his post if he feels he cannot help the team improve. “I know there’s a lot of pressure, a lot of criticism, this is Barca,” Xavi told a press conference on Saturday. I will not be a problem for Barcelona, the day I see I am not a solution.” Xavi’s …

Xavi and Joan Laporta All-in on El Clasico after Summer Gamble
2 years, 2 months ago

Xavi and Joan Laporta All-in on El Clasico after Summer Gamble

News 18  

The football world watched on with surprise, and in some quarters, disdain, as Barcelona spent big this summer, bringing in Robert Lewandowski, Jules Kounde, Raphinha and others. They also sold 24.5 percent of Barca studios to Fan Token platform Socios.com for 100 million euros, and another equivalent stake to production company Orpheus Media for the same. President Joan Laporta was …

Playing for Xavi Hernandez Key Factor in Decision to Join Barcelona: Franck Kessie
2 years, 5 months ago

Playing for Xavi Hernandez Key Factor in Decision to Join Barcelona: Franck Kessie

News 18  

Ivory Coast midfielder Franck Kessie said the opportunity of playing under the guidance of manager Xavi Hernandez was crucial in his decision to join Barcelona on a free transfer after leaving AC Milan. “When a great coach like him calls you, you see that all your efforts are worth it," Kessie told a news conference on Wednesday after signing a …

Xavi: We must create a new Barcelona
3 years ago

Xavi: We must create a new Barcelona

The Hindu  

Xavi Hernandez is worried about the performances of the team he once graced as a player and said on Saturday that it must reset to create a new Barcelona. Barca's 3-0 defeat at Bayern Munich on Wednesday saw them exit the Champions League at the group stage for the first time in almost two decades and they are 16 points …

Xavi wants Barcelona to be more daring in attack
3 years ago

Xavi wants Barcelona to be more daring in attack

The Hindu  

Xavi Hernandez faces his first game on the road as Barcelona manager against Villarreal on Saturday and wants his team to be bolder and more audacious going forward. "I think we're on the right path, but we need to win on Saturday," Xavi told a news conference on Friday. Europa League champions Villarreal are 12th on 16 points from 13 …

Xavi should be given time to succeed as Barcelona coach: Puyol
3 years, 1 month ago

Xavi should be given time to succeed as Barcelona coach: Puyol

The Hindu  

Barcelona head coach Xavi Hernandez should be given "time and confidence" to succeed at the Catalan club, former captain Carles Puyol said after his ex-team mate began life in his new role with a 1-0 home win over local rivals Espanyol. Xavi, who played for Barcelona for 17 years and won 25 trophies, was named head coach after the club …

La Liga roundup: Xavi starts as Barcelona coach by beating Espanyol
3 years, 1 month ago

La Liga roundup: Xavi starts as Barcelona coach by beating Espanyol

The Hindu  

Xavi Hernandez needed a penalty to start his return to Camp Nou as Barcelona coach in winning fashion. Barcelona’s 1-0 win against Espanyol on Saturday began the way Xavi wanted, with his team dominating the ball like the Spain great had when he joined Lionel Messi and Andrés Iniesta to forge one of football’s greatest sides as its midfield maestro. …

Barcelona Unveil Xavi as New Manager in Front of Thousands at Camp Nou
3 years, 1 month ago

Barcelona Unveil Xavi as New Manager in Front of Thousands at Camp Nou

News 18  

Barcelona presented Xavi Hernandez as their new head coach in front of thousands of fans at the Camp Nou on Monday. The 41-year-old Barca great signed his contract, which runs until 2024, on the pitch alongside club president Joan Laporta. I don’t want to get emotional but I am, I feel goosebumps,” Xavi told the fans. We have to win …

Xavi under no illusions ahead of fairytale on Barcelona return
3 years, 1 month ago

Xavi under no illusions ahead of fairytale on Barcelona return

The Hindu  

Xavi Hernandez said he is prepared for the "biggest challenge of his career" before leaving Qatar for Spain on Saturday, as Barcelona's legendary former midfielder returns home to take over as coach. RELATED | Xavi Hernandez comes home - All you need to know about the Barca's new coach Xavi faces a huge challenge, with Barcelona adrift of La Liga's …

Xavi back at Barcelona, named head coach until 2024
3 years, 1 month ago

Xavi back at Barcelona, named head coach until 2024

The Hindu  

Barcelona said on November 6 that they have named their former midfielder and captain Xavi Hernandez as head coach on a contract until 2024, following the sacking of Ronald Koeman. Xavi played for Barcelona for 17 years, making 767 appearances and winning 25 trophies, including four Champions League wins and eight league titles. "FC Barcelona have reached an agreement with …

LaLiga: Barcelona confirm return of club icon Xavi Hernandez as coach
3 years, 1 month ago

LaLiga: Barcelona confirm return of club icon Xavi Hernandez as coach

Firstpost  

Barcelona said in a statement it had reached an agreement with Xavi to become first team coach for the rest of the current season and two more seasons. Barcelona said in a statement it had reached an agreement with Xavi to become first team coach for the rest of the current season and two more seasons, replacing the sacked Ronald …

Xavi Hernandez to return to Barcelona as its new coach
3 years, 1 month ago

Xavi Hernandez to return to Barcelona as its new coach

The Hindu  

Xavi Hernandez, the player who personified the attacking style made popular by Barcelona and Spain’s national team, is returning to Camp Nou as the new coach of his struggling boyhood club. The 41-year-old Xavi left Barcelona in 2015 after helping the club win 25 titles, including four Champions Leagues and eight Spanish leagues in 17 seasons. “Xavi informed us a …

Xavi Hernández to return to Barcelona as its new coach
3 years, 1 month ago

Xavi Hernández to return to Barcelona as its new coach

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Xavi Hernández, the player who personified the attacking style made popular by Barcelona and Spain’s national team, is returning to Camp Nou as the new coach of his struggling boyhood club. Barcelona announced in the early hours of Saturday that Xavi has agreed to a contract through 2024 after the former Spain midfielder was released from his …

Xavi set to take over as Barcelona coach, Qatar’s Al-Sadd says
3 years, 1 month ago

Xavi set to take over as Barcelona coach, Qatar’s Al-Sadd says

Al Jazeera  

Xavi Hernandez is free to take the reins at his former club after Barcelona pays release clause in his contract with Al-Sadd. Xavi Hernandez is free to take over as head coach of Barcelona after the Catalan club paid the release clause in his contract with Al-Sadd, the Qatari team said. “Xavi informed us a few days ago of his …

Xavi can be Barca’s Alex Ferguson, says presidential hopeful
4 years, 1 month ago

Xavi can be Barca’s Alex Ferguson, says presidential hopeful

Hindustan Times  

With Barcelona’s glory days rapidly becoming a fading memory, presidential hopeful Victor Font believes luring former midfield great Xavi Hernandez back to the club would spark another golden age for the Catalans. Xavi, one of the architects of Barca’s decade-long rule of world football, is the coach of Qatari side Al Sadd but has agreed to play a leading role …

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