5 key reasons why Barcelona may sack Xavi as the head of coach
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Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez | Imago

5 key reasons why Barcelona may sack Xavi as the head of coach

Hassan Abdulsalam 19:44 - 14.12.2023

Despite leading the team to significant victories, recent losses have cast a shadow over his tenure.

Barcelona's celebrated head coach, Xavi, finds himself at a critical juncture. Despite leading the team to significant victories, recent losses have cast a shadow over his tenure.

Recent Losses Raise Concerns

According to AS, Barcelona's head coach Xavi is facing a precarious situation following consecutive defeats. The team, currently fourth in La Liga, experienced a 4-2 loss to Girona and a 3-2 defeat in the Champions League against Royal Antwerp. 

Despite these setbacks, Barcelona remains at the top of their Champions League group.

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Barcelona's Xavi Hernandez during El Clasico | Imago Xavi

Lack of Board Support 

Reports indicate that Xavi is under'maximum pressure' as none of the six board members, including president Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco, are reportedly backing him. 

The upcoming match against Valencia is critical, and another disappointing result could jeopardize Xavi's position.

Xavi's Response to the Challenges

After the loss to Antwerp, Xavi expressed confidence in his ability to reverse the team's fortunes. He emphasized the team's mental improvement compared to last year and urged trust in his leadership. 

He also noted the importance of upcoming games and maintained that the internal atmosphere within the club remains positive.

Royal Antwerp vs Barcelona

Xavi's Tenure at Barcelona

Xavi has led Barcelona since November 2021, achieving 69 wins, 20 draws, and 23 defeats in 112 matches. The team is gearing up for crucial league matches against Valencia and Almeria before the winter break. 

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The club's board expects victories in these games to set a positive tone for their return to action in 2024, with matches against Las Palmas and Barbastro in the Copa del Rey.

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