Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez finds himself at a crossroads as he contemplates his future with the club. Despite announcing his plans to step down at the end of the season, there is a growing push from the club’s hierarchy for him to stay on. President Joan Laporta, vice president Rafa Yuste, and sporting director Deco
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The lack of goal-line technology in LaLiga has once again come under scrutiny following a heated El Clásico match between Barcelona and Real Madrid. The controversial decision to not implement this technology has raised concerns among players and managers, with both Marc-Andre ter Stegen and Xavi Hernandez expressing their frustration and disappointment. Embarrassing Lack of
Carlo Ancelotti has come out in defense of Real Madrid’s style of play following their Champions League progression against Manchester City. He mentioned that he has not encountered a single unhappy fan following the penalty shootout win. However, it’s important to note that as a coach, he is expected to defend his team’s performance. It
Casemiro has revealed a touching moment with Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti, where the Italian shed tears upon hearing the news of Casemiro’s departure to Manchester United. This emotional reaction showcased the deep bond between the player and his coach, highlighting the strong relationships that can be formed within a football club. In a candid
Xavi’s announcement of stepping down as Barcelona’s manager at the end of the season came as a shock to many. Despite his success and undeniable talent, he conveyed the emotional toll that the job was taking on him. The lack of respect and the mental health challenges faced as a coach were highlighted by his
Former Mexico international Rafa Márquez has recently emerged as a surprising candidate to take over as Barcelona coach, following Xavi Hernández’s departure. Initially considered only as an interim option, Márquez’s name has gained traction within the club as they search for a new leader in the aftermath of Barcelona’s Champions League exit against Paris Saint-Germain.
Football’s governing body, the International Football Association Board (IFAB), has recently revealed a new protocol aimed at addressing the practice of goalkeepers holding onto the ball to run down the clock. The initiative comes as a response to the current rule that prohibits goalkeepers from holding the ball for more than six seconds, with the
Jude Bellingham, a rising star in the football world, made a significant decision to join Real Madrid instead of Manchester City, where he was expected to play in the Champions League quarterfinal. This decision was not taken lightly, as the young Englishman prioritized playing for the historic Los Blancos over any other team in the
In the last round of action, Bayern Munich’s Sven Ulreich stood out with an impressive rating of 8.26. Despite Bayern losing their Bundesliga crown, Ulreich put on a solid performance in their 2-0 win over Cologne. He made five saves and two high claims, showcasing his goalkeeping prowess. Joshua Kimmich, also from Bayern Munich, received
Ante Budimir, Osasuna’s top goalscorer this season, faced a moment of embarrassment as he missed what could be deemed as the worst penalty kick of his career and of the entire LaLiga season. The striker’s stumble cost Osasuna in a 1-0 home loss to Valencia on Monday. Budimir was granted the disputed penalty kick in