Xavi Hernandez Archives ⋆ LSU

Oct132022 by JBNo Comments

Barcelona fans furious at Messi for ‘liking’ post after Inter draw

La Liga

Paris Saint-Germain forward Lionel Messi angered Barcelona fans by ‘liking’ a post by Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez after the Italians put the La Liga club on the brink of exiting the Champions League. Xavi’s side were held to a 3-3 draw at the Camp Nou, which has left the Catalans on the cusp of dropping into the UEFA Europa League. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Barcelona spent beyond their means last summer and budgeted for reaching the last-16 of the European competition at a minimum in order to ease their financial issues. But, should Inter Milan win either of their last two group stage games against Viktoria Plzen or Bayern then Barcelona will finish third and therefore drop into the Europa League. That would be a disastrous outcome for a ...

Mar152022 by JBNo Comments

Xavi thanks Arsenal for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

La Liga, Premier League

Barcelona head coach Xavi has thanked Arsenal for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, describing the player as a ‘gift from heaven’. The Gabon skipper joined the Catalans in the January transfer window after Arsenal agreed to cancel his contract at the Emirates. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Aubameyang took a pay-cut in order to move to Barca and despite barely playing for the Gunners in the two months before his exit, he’s hit the ground running in Spain with six goals in nine games. Man Utd could demolish Old Trafford as part of stadium revamp plans Guardiola blames the grass for Man City’s draw with Crystal Palace Rangnick takes swipe at Solskjaer over Raphael Varane’s injury crisis Arsene Wenger names the player who is “a mixture of Ronaldo & ...

Feb42022 by JBNo Comments

Messi warned Barcelona boss Xavi against signing Xavi Simons during dinner

La Liga, Ligue 1

Paris Saint-Germain attacker Lionel Messi has reportedly warned Barcelona manager Xavi against a move for namesake and former academy graduate Xavi Simons. The 18-year-old, who missed the penalty in PSG’s French Cup exit to Nice on Monday, came through Barca’s academy but left the club in 2019 after being offered a huge deal by the Ligue 1 giants. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Barcelona were far from happy with the nature of Simons’ exit, with the player having been billed as the next big talent to make the grade at the Spanish club. Gareth Bale laughs at Eden Hazard being kept on the bench in Real Madrid’s defeat Joe Cole makes Premier League top four prediction after January window shuts Despite their acrimonious parting of ways, Catalan newsp...

Nov132021 by JBNo Comments

Xavi tells Barcelona to sign Liverpool star as part of Camp Nou rebuild

La Liga

New Barcelona manager Xavi has asked the club to bring Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara back to the Camp Nou. Thiago had previously been tipped to be Xavi’s long-term heir at the heart of the Barcelona midfielder after his emergence from La Masia. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Spain international left in 2013, winning 15 major honours during his seven years at Bayern before moving to Liverpool last summer. Xavi however is keen on a reunion, according the Sport. The new manager has already discussed the plan with Barcelona president Joan Laporta with Thiago welcome to the idea of returning to tge club. Meanwhile, Barcelona have already agreed a deal to bring veteran defender Dani Alves back to the Camp Nou. The Brazilian won six league t...

Nov102021 by JBNo Comments

Xavi implements 10 strict rules at Barcelona – just like Lampard did at Chelsea

La Liga

Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has followed in the footsteps of former Chelsea coach Frank Lampard when it comes to laying down the law as manager. The Barcelona legend took over the helm at the Camp Nou last week after his two-year spell in charge of Qatari based team Al Sadd. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); And it hasn’t taken Xavi long to stamp his authority at Barcelona, after establishing ten new rules for playing staff to follow. Cavani unhappy with Man Utd’s Jadon Sancho request Man Utd take decision on sacking Solskjaer after Man City defeat According to Spanish outlet AS, the 41-year-old imposed the new rules days after he had taken charge, in an attempt to turn the club’s fortunes around. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle...

Oct282021 by JBNo Comments

Lionel Messi tells Barcelona his pick to replace Ronald Koeman

La Liga

Lionel Messi has endorsed Barcelona’s push to make Xavi their new manager after the exit of Ronald Koeman, according to reports. Koeman was sacked by Barcelona on Wednesday night after the team’s disappointing start to the campaign. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The La Liga giants have recorded just four wins from 10 matches in La Liga this season, while in the Champions League group stage they have been beaten by Bayern and Benfica. Sir Alex Ferguson’s choice to replace Solskjaer if Man Utd sack manager Paul Scholes names favourites for Premier League title this season Man Utd player criticizes Solskjaer for making Harry Maguire captain in heated meeting The 1-0 defeat away to Rayo Vallecano on Wednesday sealed Koeman’s fate and Barcelona ar...

Sep302021 by JBNo Comments

Luis Suarez fires warning to Xavi against replacing Koeman at Barcelona

Premier League

Luis Suarez has sent a warning to his former teammate Xavi Hernandez to resist the temptation of rejoining Barcelona should Ronald Koeman leave after a poor run of results. The Catalan side are in a state of disarray after yesterday’s 3-0 defeat against Benfica which leaves them bottom of Champions League Group E without a single point, or even a goal to their name after two games. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Barcelona, meanwhile, remain unbeaten in La Liga but sit in sixth place having been held by clubs like Granada and Cadiz, as they struggle to maintain their lofty standards after Lionel Messi's exit. Koeman is currently clinging to his job with Barca president Joan Laporta reported to be considering the likes of River Plate head coach Marcelo...

Jul252020 by JBNo Comments

Barcelona legend Xavi tests positive for coronavirus

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Barcelona and Spain legend Xavi Hernandez has announced that he has tested positive for Covid-19. The current manager of Qatar Stars League club Al Sadd, explained on Instagram that he wasn’t having any symptoms but will self-isolate until he recovers fully. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Xavi said: “Today I will not be able to accompany my team in the return to official competition. David Prats, reserve coach, will take my place as head of the technical team. “A few days ago, following the QSL protocol, I tested positive in my most recent Covid-19 test. Luckily, I feel perfectly fine, but following the protocol, I will remain isolated until I have overcome it. “When the medical authorities allow me, I will return to my daily routine and work more eag...

Jan132020 by JBNo Comments

Iniesta hits out at Barcelona for trying to replace Valverde with Xavi

La Liga

Andres Iniesta has backed his former team-mate Xavi Hernandez to become Barcelona's new manager but has criticised the Spanish club for their treatment of Ernesto Valverde. Xavi Hernandez confirmed he met Barcelona officials despite Ernesto Valverde still being in charge of the club. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to reports in Spain, Xavi has turned down an approach to take charge of Barca immediately but expressed a desire to become a manager at the Nou Camp in the future. Andres Iniesta was asked who he would choose between Xavi, who manages Qatari side Al Sadd SC, and Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); He told Spanish radio channel Onda Cero: "The one who knows best is Xavi,...