Xavi

This section covers Xavi’s time as head coach — from key matches and press conferences to tactics, transfers, and major turning points during his tenure.
Xavi Hernandez during the training session before the UEFA Champions League match against Royal Antwerp FC, in Barcelona, on 18th Septemnber 2023.
Six glaring problems at Barcelona this season – report
FC Barcelona have undoubtedly been struggling this season in many ways. Injured players have only been the start of it, but the...
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Barcelona Director maintains full faith in ‘Perfect coach’ Xavi – report
Deco, the Sporting Director at FC Barcelona, is one of the most active officials of the Catalan club and makes frequent media...
Inigo Martinez of FC Barcelona looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League match between FC Porto and FC Barcelona at Estadio do Dragao on October 04, 2023 in Porto, Portugal.
32-year-old veteran defender is now fundamental to Xavi’s Barcelona – report
Certain profiles seem to shine bright at FC Barcelona than others manage to do. This could be due to a multitude of...
La Masia, the renowned Academy of FC Barcelona.
A new ‘Xavi’ shines bright in the Barcelona academy – report
La Masia continues to provide support and valuable assets to FC Barcelona from time to time. Despite their well-documented financial troubles, Barcelona...
Barcelona head coach Xavi
Xavi remains delighted with Barcelona pivot despite the loss of prominence
Despite their obvious problems both on and off the field, Barcelona continue to strive for excellence. Their well-documented financial troubles are there...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 19: Frenkie de Jong of FC Barcelona looks on during the UEFA Champions League match between FC Barcelona and Royal Antwerp FC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on September 19, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain.
Xavi confirms the return date of injured Barcelona star – report
FC Barcelona need to urgently recover their key players as they enter a key phase of their season. La Blaugrana have struggled...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 20: Xavi Hernandez, head coach of FC Barcelona looks on prior to the LaLiga Santander match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Spotify Camp Nou on October 20, 2022 in Barcelona, Spain.
Xavi hoping that Barcelona can recreate the invincible phase of last season
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GRANADA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 08: Xavi Hernandez, manager of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Granada CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Nuevo Los Carmenes on October 08, 2023 in Granada, Spain.
What did Xavi do last time to uplift a struggling Barcelona? – report
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GRANADA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 08: Xavi Hernandez, manager of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Granada CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Nuevo Los Carmenes on October 08, 2023 in Granada, Spain.
Five tactics Xavi can use to turn the fortunes of Barcelona around
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GRANADA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 08: Xavi Hernandez, manager of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Granada CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Nuevo Los Carmenes on October 08, 2023 in Granada, Spain.
Former teammate backs Barcelona gaffer: “He’s the right choice”
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Xavi will use the international break to come up with solutions for Barcelona
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PORTO, PORTUGAL - OCTOBER 04: Joao Cancelo of FC Barcelona and Joao Felix of FC Barcelona gesture after the UEFA Champions League match between FC Porto and FC Barcelona at Estadio do Dragao on October 04, 2023 in Porto, Portugal.
Xavi confirms Barcelona star will soon return to his natural position
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Xavi promises “there’s still more to come” after completing two years as Barcelona head-coach
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SAN SEBASTIAN, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 04: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Sociedad and FC Barcelona at Reale Arena on November 4, 2023, in San Sebastian, Spain.
Report reveals why Barcelona striker ignored Xavi after win over Real Sociedad
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Xavi to rest Barcelona star forward in clash against Shakhtar – report
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Xavi Hernandez during the training session before the UEFA Champions League match against Royal Antwerp FC, in Barcelona, on 18th Septemnber 2023.
Barcelona expected to rotate players for Shakhtar clash – report
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Xavi’s promises allowed Barcelona defender to arrive in the summer
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Iñigo Martinez centre-back of Barcelona and Spain acc during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Sociedad and FC Barcelona at Reale Arena on November 4, 2023 in San Sebastian, Spain.
Mystery solved: Xavi’s paper to Barcelona defender has contents revealed
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Xavi reacts to Gundogan’s criticism of the Barcelona locker room
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GRANADA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 08: Xavi Hernandez, manager of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Granada CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Nuevo Los Carmenes on October 08, 2023 in Granada, Spain.
Barcelona could look to tweak their defense in light of Balde’s performances
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