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.
BARCELONA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 26: Xavi Hernandez, Manager of FC Barcelona applauds the fans following their side's defeat and elimination from the UEFA Champions League in the UEFA Champions League group C match between FC Barcelona and FC Bayern München at Spotify Camp Nou on October 26, 2022 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona Atletic fullback returns to help out Xavi again – report
There are quite a few promising names at Barcelona that continue to emerge from the subsidiary. The club’s academy continues to produce...
HAMBURG, GERMANY - NOVEMBER 07: Head coach Xavi Harnandez of Barcelona looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League match between FC Shakhtar Donetsk and FC Barcelona at Volksparkstadion on November 07, 2023 in Hamburg, Germany.
Barcelona loanee rules out returning to the club unless Xavi leaves
One of the FC Barcelona loanees who is making the best use of his loan away from the club is the USA...
LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA, SPAIN - JANUARY 4: Coach Xavi Hernandez of FC Barcelona consoles Joao Cancelo of FC Barcelona who leaves the pitch with an injury during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Las Palmas v FC Barcelona at the Gran Canaria Stadium on January 4, 2024 in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Spain
Problems for Xavi with only three first-team defenders available against Unionistas
FC Barcelona are set to face Unionistas de Salamanca in their next match in the Copa del Rey Round of 16, and...
HAMBURG, GERMANY - NOVEMBER 07: Head coach Xavi Harnandez of Barcelona looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League match between FC Shakhtar Donetsk and FC Barcelona at Volksparkstadion on November 07, 2023 in Hamburg, Germany.
Barcelona coach continues to struggle without his favorite winger
A lot of negativity has surrounded Barcelona over the last couple of days. Much of that has stemmed from the defeat to...
SANT JOAN DESPI, SPAIN - DECEMBER 30: Head Coach Xavi Hernandez of FC Barcelona looks on during a FC Barcelona open doors training session at Estadi Johan Cruyff on December 30, 2023 in Sant Joan Despi, Spain.
Former Barcelona striker continues to prove Xavi right in France – report
The defeat to Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final last Sunday has raised a lot of questions at FC Barcelona....
SANT JOAN DESPI, SPAIN - DECEMBER 30: Head Coach Xavi Hernandez of FC Barcelona looks on during a FC Barcelona open doors training session at Estadi Johan Cruyff on December 30, 2023 in Sant Joan Despi, Spain.
Barcelona decide the way forward after a long huddle on Tuesday – report
The defeat to Real Madrid in their last match was a highly painful event for everyone associated with FC Barcelona. The fact...
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Barcelona awaiting La Liga green light to get a midfielder – report
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Pep Guardiola coach of Manchester City Xavi Hernandez coach of FC Barcelona during the friendly match between FC Barcelona v Manchester City to raise funds against ALS at the Spotify Camp Nou Stadium in Barcelona, Spain, on August 24th, 2022.
Xavi just misses the podium in The Best FIFA Men’s Coach award
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Three changes Barcelona believe could possibly reform the club
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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 14: Referee Jose Luis Munuera Montero shows a red card to Ronald Araujo (L) of Barcelona during the Spanish Super Cup Final between Real Madrid and Barcelona at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on January 14, 2024.
Five decisions Barcelona got completely wrong against Real Madrid
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Presentation of Xavi Hernandez as the new coach of FC Barcelona, on 08th November 2021, in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona continue to retain their faith in struggling coach – report
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FC Barcelona head coach Xavi Hernandez during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Girona FC played at Lluis Companys Stadium on December 10, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain.
Xavi can revert back to his tried and trusted system for Barcelona vs Real Madrid
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Newly-appointed FC Barcelona's Spanish coach Xavi Hernandez (R) poses with FC Barcelona's Spanish president Joan Laporta during his presentation ceremony at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on November 8, 2021.
Barcelona will do everything possible to get a midfielder, Xavi assured in Saudi Arabia summit
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HAMBURG, GERMANY - NOVEMBER 07: Head coach Xavi Harnandez of Barcelona looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League match between FC Shakhtar Donetsk and FC Barcelona at Volksparkstadion on November 07, 2023 in Hamburg, Germany.
Barcelona torn between two midfield options in January – report
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BARBASTRO, SPAIN - JANUARY 07: Hector Fort of FC Barcelona with the ball during the Copa del Rey round of 32 match between UD Barbastro and FC Barcelona at Campo Municipal de Deportes on January 07, 2024 in Barbastro, Spain.
New Barcelona fullback already impressing at the highest level
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 28: Xavi, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, arrives at the stadium 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.
Xavi’s Barcelona: A statistical breakdown of 2023
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HAMBURG, GERMANY - NOVEMBER 07: Head coach Xavi Harnandez of Barcelona looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League match between FC Shakhtar Donetsk and FC Barcelona at Volksparkstadion on November 07, 2023 in Hamburg, Germany.
Xavi has one non-negotiable demand from new Barcelona arrival
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MADRID, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 25: Head coach Xavi Hernandez of FC Barcelona inspects the pitch prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Rayo Vallecano and FC Barcelona at Estadio de Vallecas on November 25, 2023 in Madrid, Spain.
Five options for Xavi to solve his midfield puzzle against Almeria
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ANTWERPEN, BELGIUM - DECEMBER 13: Ilkay Gundogan and Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona acknowledge the fans after the Group H - UEFA Champions League match between Royal Antwerp FC and FC Barcelona at Bosuilstadion on December 13, 2023 in Antwerpen, Belgium.
Xavi’s two most reliable soldiers at FC Barcelona this season – 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.
Barcelona manager receives backing from Manchester City director
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