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Rodri, king of the engine room, wins Ballon d’Or
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rodri, king of the engine room, wins Ballon d’Or

The Hindu  

For the last 18 years, the Ballon d’Or has mainly gone to forwards, as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo battled for the top honours. Instead, Rodrigo Hernandez — known globally as Rodri — claimed the men’s Ballon d’Or, becoming only the second defensive midfielder to win the trophy after Lothar Matthaus in 1990. Tiki-taka, Spain’s trademark style, was crafted in …

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Xavi risks uncomfortable reunion with one Man United star if he succeeds Erik ten Hag as quotes resurface - after former Barca boss held talks with Red Devils
2 months ago

Xavi risks uncomfortable reunion with one Man United star if he succeeds Erik ten Hag as quotes resurface - after former Barca boss held talks with Red Devils

Daily Mail  

Xavi could be facing an awkward reunion with one Manchester United star if he takes the hot seat at Old Trafford after some critical comments he made years ago. Xavi could face an awkward reunion with casemiro if he ends up managing Manchester United In 2018 he suggested that Casemiro had 'trouble' with most things other than pace and that …

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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 …

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

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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 …

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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 …

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LaLiga: Injury-marred Barcelona turn to youth in season's first Clasico against Real Madrid
1 year, 1 month ago

LaLiga: Injury-marred Barcelona turn to youth in season's first Clasico against Real Madrid

Firstpost  

An injury crisis has ravaged FC Barcelona, leaving them without several key players for the season’s first El Clasico, across defence, midfield and attack. Barcelona: LaLiga champions Barcelona host bitter rivals Real Madrid in the first Clasico of the season on Saturday, forced into leaning heavily on players from their feted La Masia youth academy. Last weekend 17-year-old striker Marc …

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Xavi to extend Barcelona contract until 2025
1 year, 3 months ago

Xavi to extend Barcelona contract until 2025

The Hindu  

Barcelona coach Xavi announced Friday that his contract extension with the Spanish champions had been confirmed and will be made official shortly. Xavi led the club to its first La Liga title since 2019 and the Spanish Super Cup last season. “We arrived at a difficult time, in unfavourable circumstances,” Xavi told a press conference ahead of Saturday’s game against …

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‘Strange to see Barcelona playing defensively’, says Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti after Copa del Rey defeat
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Strange to see Barcelona playing defensively’, says Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti after Copa del Rey defeat

The Hindu  

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti called Barcelona’s defensive tactic ‘strange’ in the 0-1 loss in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinal on Thursday. “It has been a bit strange to see them play like this,’ Ancelotti said adding, “but they have been very solid, they have a collective commitment, and they have closed all the lines very …

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Kalidou Koulibaly 'is eyeing a move away from Napoli with Barcelona his preferred destination'
2 years, 6 months ago

Kalidou Koulibaly 'is eyeing a move away from Napoli with Barcelona his preferred destination'

Daily Mail  

Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly wants to leave the club and prefers a £30million move to Barcelona this summer, according to reports. Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly wants to leave the club and prefers a move to Barcelona Barcelona manager Xavi is keen to strengthen his central defence in the summer window However, the same outlet claims Premier League duo Chelsea and …

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Al Sadd Agree to Release Xavi ahead of Barcelona Switch after Ronald Koeman Sacking
3 years, 1 month ago

Al Sadd Agree to Release Xavi ahead of Barcelona Switch after Ronald Koeman Sacking

News 18  

Al Sadd have agreed to release former Barcelona midfielder Xavi Hernandez with the Spaniard set to take over as head coach of his former club following the sacking of Ronald Koeman, the Qatari club said on Friday. Turki Al-Ali: Xavi informed us a few days ago of his desire to go to Barcelona at this particular time, because of the …

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Al Sadd agrees on Xavi's return to Barcelona
3 years, 1 month ago

Al Sadd agrees on Xavi's return to Barcelona

The Hindu  

Xavi Hernandez will be allowed to return to Barcelona as manager after Al Sadd, where he had been a manager since 2019, agreed to let him leave, as confirmed by the club's CEO Turki Al-Ali on Friday. The Al Sadd administration has agreed on Xavi’s move to Barcelona after the payment of the release clause stipulated in the contract. Turki …

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Xavi signs new contract with Qatar's Al-Sadd to 2023
3 years, 7 months ago

Xavi signs new contract with Qatar's Al-Sadd to 2023

The Hindu  

Xavi Hernandez has chosen to extend his stay in charge of Qatari side Al-Sadd for another two years, his club said on Wednesday, dampening speculation he could take over at former club Barcelona next season. "#AlSadd#XAVI2023pic.twitter.com/lFpXrjofGP — #75 Al Sadd SC | نادي السد May 12, 2021 The former midfield great joined Al-Sadd as a player in 2015 after 17 …

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Xavi Hernandez Puts End to Barcelona Rumours, Signs One More Year Contract at Al-Sadd
4 years, 5 months ago

Xavi Hernandez Puts End to Barcelona Rumours, Signs One More Year Contract at Al-Sadd

News 18  

Former Barcelona star Xavi Hernandez signed on as head coach of Qatari club Al-Sadd for one more year Sunday, putting to bed rumours of an imminent move back to the Spanish side. There had been media speculation in recent days that World Cup winner Xavi, 40, was being lined up to replace Quique Setien at Barcelona at the end of …

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