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.
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - FEBRUARY 24: Former football player Gerard Pique looks on during the 8th round match between America and Cruz Azul as part of Torneo Clausura 2024 Liga MX at Azteca Stadium on February 24, 2024 in Mexico City, Mexico.
Barcelona legend reveals his favorites to replace Xavi – report
The last few years have seen some of the biggest names in the history of FC Barcelona squad departing the club. Big...
SEVILLE, SPAIN - JANUARY 21: Pau Cubarsi of FC Barcelona looks on during the warm up prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Betis and FC Barcelona at Estadio Benito Villamarin on January 21, 2024 in Seville, Spain.
The great risk that paid off for Barcelona with 17-year-old pearl
FC Barcelona are well aware of the uncertainty that seems to be ever-existent in the world of football. Nothing is ever guaranteed,...
Vissel Kobe v Inter Miami - Preseason Friendly TOKYO, JAPAN - FEBRUARY 07: Andres Iniesta speaks to prior to the preseason friendly match between Vissel Kobe and Inter Miami at National Stadium on February 07, 2024 in Tokyo, Japan.
Barcelona legend comes out in support of Xavi
As President Joan Laporta himself admitted in an interview, Xavi’s status as a legend of FC Barcelona was one of the reasons...
FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta is pictured at the Joan Gamper training ground in Sant Joan Despi, near Barcelona, on September 2, 2023. Barcelona signed Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix and Manchester City defender Joao Cancelo on loan until the end of the season.
Barcelona managerial search nearing climax – report
It has been several weeks since Xavi Hernandez announced his decision to leave FC Barcelona at the end of this season, and...
Barcelona's Spanish coach Xavi gives a press conference on the eve of their UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match against SSC Napoli at the training center in Barcelona on March 11, 2024.
Barcelona forward to miss clash against Napoli, Xavi confirms
Ahead of the game between Barcelona and Napoli, both teams have things to figure out. In Barça’s case, Xavi’s greatest dilemma will...
Barcelona's German goalkeeper #01 Marc-Andre ter Stegen gives a press conference on the eve of their UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match against SSC Napoli at the training center in Barcelona on March 11, 2024.
Ter Stegen talks Cubarsi, Osimhen, Kvaratskhelia, Xavi ahead of Barcelona vs Napoli
FC Barcelona advanced to the knock-out stages of the UEFA Champions League this season after a wait of two years, and now...
Potential Barcelona target Hansi Flick for coaching role
German coach embarks to learn more about Barcelona – report
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 28: Jules Kounde and Iñigo Martinez of FC Barcelona look on prior to the UEFA Champions League match between FC Barcelona and FC Porto at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on November 28, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain.
Deco considers Xavi’s bet at Barcelona to be untransferable – report
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Barcelona's Spanish forward #27 Lamine Yamal celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Spanish league football match between FC Barcelona and RCD Mallorca at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Barcelona on March 8, 2024.
Barcelona look to protect 16-year-old gem from his predecessor’s fate
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Paris Saint-Germain's Spanish headcoach Luis Enrique looks on prior to the French L1 football match between FC Nantes and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the La Beaujoire stadium in Nantes, western France, on February 17, 2024.
PSG will resist Barcelona advances for their coach – report
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BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 24: Roberto De Zerbi, Manager of Brighton & Hove Albion, applauds the fans after the draw in the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Everton FC at the American Express Community Stadium on February 24, 2024 in Brighton, England.
Barcelona, Bayern set to compete for Italian mastermind – report
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Israeli football agent Pini Zahavi arrives to attend the Ballon d'Or France Football 2019 ceremony at the Chatelet Theatre in Paris on December 2, 2019.
Israeli agent’s presence in Barcelona raises eyebrows
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BOCHUM, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 18: Thomas Tuchel, Manager of Bayern Munich, is seen prior to the Bundesliga match between VfL Bochum 1848 and FC Bayern München at Vonovia Ruhrstadion on February 18, 2024 in Bochum, Germany.
Barcelona managerial target remains tight-lipped about his future
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 08: Ander Astralaga of FC Barcelona warm up prior to the Joan Gamper Trophy match between FC Barcelona and Tottenham Hotspur at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on August 08, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain.
19-year-old Barcelona starlet returns to bail out Rafa Marquez
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Bayern Munich's German head coach Thomas Tuchel reacts during an interview prior to the German first division Bundesliga football match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and FC Bayern Munich in Leverkusen, western Germany on February 10, 2024.
Barcelona face competition from England for German mastermind
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Barcelona's Spanish coach Xavi attends a training session at the Joan Gamper training ground in Sant Joan Despi, near Barcelona, on January 30, 2024.
Xavi to put his faith in the veterans for Barcelona vs Napoli
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 17: FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta gives a press conference in response to recent allegations over payments made to referees by the club, at Spotify Camp Nou on April 17, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. UEFA and Spanish authorities are investigating Barcelona over the payment of millions of euros to the company of Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira, the former vice-president of Spanish football's refereeing committee. If found guilty, UEFA's investigation could lead to a Champions League ban for the club.
Laporta wants to know more about potential Barcelona coach
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Barcelona's Spanish coach Xavi looks on following the pre-season friendly football match between AC Milan and FC Barcelona, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, on August 1, 2023.
Four signings FC Barcelona failed to bring for Xavi
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Barcelona's Spanish coach Xavi is pictured sitting on the bench prior to the Spanish league football match between Deportivo Alaves and FC Barcelona at the Mendizorroza stadium in Vitoria on February 3, 2024.
Xavi facing a selection dilemma as Barcelona face Granada
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 10: Marcos Alonso of FC Barcelona looks on prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Girona FC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on December 10, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona considering two replacements for out-of-favour defender
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