Barcelona Manager Xavi Resigns After Humiliating Defeat Against Villarreal
Barcelona had a rough 3-5 loss at home to Villarreal, a defeat that saw them fall 10 points behind Real Madrid in the Spanish League standings. This poor showing in the 2024 season has clearly taken its toll on the culé team.
Xavi, the coach of Barcelona, expressed his deep frustration after the game, revealing that he made the decision to resign from his position. He announced that he will not continue as coach of Barcelona after June 30, stating that the club needed a change in dynamics and that he would be doing his best for the remaining months of his tenure.
During a press conference, Xavi expressed his frustration with the referee’s decisions during the game, but he also took responsibility for the defeat, admitting that the team’s mistakes played a significant role in the loss.
Xavi also discussed the issues with the team’s behavior and defensive attitude, emphasizing that the team lacked maturity and made critical mistakes that led to their defeat.
Despite the setback, Xavi remains focused on the future and is determined to move forward, acknowledging that it has been a difficult day for the team to digest.
The defeat against Villarreal has sparked intense criticism and even calls for Xavi to depart from the club. Memes and social media posts expressing Barcelona’s disappointment have appeared, adding to the pressure on Xavi.
For now, the coach is ready to regroup and lead Barcelona through the rest of the season as they look to overcome their challenges and end the season on a high note.