Xavi was protested by Barca players

Spain Some players were frustrated with the decisions and questioned Xavi's approach to the game.

According to ESPN on January 17, some Barca players were not satisfied with Xavi. They questioned his approach to the game and his decision-making. A part of the team was also upset with Xavi's coaching methods, although the 43-year-old coach believed he still received absolute support.

According to ESPN , the conflict began to arise from the 3-2 win over Almeria in December 2023. During halftime of that match, Xavi made a harsh speech that made some players unhappy.

Xavi removed the silver medal after the Spanish Super Cup final, Barca lost 1-4 to Real on January 14, in Saudi Arabia, Photo: EFE

Despite losing some of the confidence in the team, Xavi still received support from President Joan Laporta and Sporting Director Deco. After the Spanish Super Cup final, where Barca lost 1-4 to Real, Man City coach Pep Guardiola also encouraged: "I want to send my unconditional support to Xavi and the players. The players have to take a step forward. They have shown their qualities in the past and there is a long way to go this season. Barça lost a final, okay, congratulations to the opponent and now learn from the experience. Real scored quickly, defended well and played better, that's all."

Xavi started leading Barca from November 2021, when the team fell to ninth place in La Liga. In the remaining half of the season, he helped Barca revive when finishing in second place. In the 2022-2023 season, Xavi continued to impress when winning La Liga and the Spanish Super Cup.

However, Barca's progress has slowed down this season. They are third in La Liga with 41 points from 19 games, seven points behind Real, having lost 2-1 at home to Real in La Liga and 4-1 in the Spanish Super Cup final. For Barca fans, the only sign of optimism came from the Champions League, where the team advanced past the group stage for the first time in three years.

In addition to their poor form, Barca are also facing financial difficulties. In the summer transfer window of 2023, they had to sell Ousmane Dembele, Franck Kessie and several other players for 85 million USD, in order to balance the budget as required by La Liga. Meanwhile, Xavi could only bring in some new players on free transfers, except for Oriol Romeu, who was bought for 4 million.

Xavi's contract with Barca runs until 2025. Due to financial constraints, Barca are unlikely to fire him unless Xavi accepts to resign and not receive compensation.

Thanh Quy (according to ESPN )

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