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'Leo didn't come because the president didn't want him': Xavi says Lionel Messi's Barcelona comeback in 2023 was scrapped by Joan Laporta

March 09, 2026 8:22 pm

Laporta has since responded to Xavi's claims implying that the former coach was saying these things because he was replaced with Hansi flick.

Xavi Hernandez, Rivaldo, Luis Figo, Carles Puyol to play in Navi Mumbai next month in Legends Faceoff clash

March 24, 2025 3:57 pm

BONUS: How to book tickets for the showdown between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid legends at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai

Barcelona and Xavi part ways 4 weeks after Spaniard was confirmed as manager for next season

May 24, 2024 6:41 pm

"Today Friday, FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta has informed Xavi Hernandez that he will not be continuing as first team coach in the 2024-25 season," Barcelona said in a statement.

Barcelona coach Xavi will leave at the end of the season. (Reuters)

After 5-3 loss against Villarreal, Xavi announces he will leave Barcelona at end of season

January 28, 2024 8:55 am

Barcelona are third in the table on 44 points, 10 behind leaders Real Madrid and eight adrift of second-placed Girona.

Xavi offers 'unconditional support' to Jenni Hermoso, condemns Spanish FA chief Luis Rubiales

August 26, 2023 7:57 pm

After the Spanish FA chief refused to resign following worldwide outrage owing to his conduct in the aftermath of the Women's World Cup final, Hermoso has received worldwide support from the football community.

15-year-old Lamine Yamal becomes Barcelona’s youngest ever La Liga player

April 30, 2023 10:57 am

At 15 years, 9 months, and 16 days old, the attacker made his debut by taking Pablo Gavi's place during the four minutes of added time.

“Doors open for Messi,” says Xavi. Could Messi return to Barcelona?

February 27, 2023 10:28 am

The Argentine newspaper Clarin has been feverishly reporting on the possibility. They have gone to the town with Barcelona coach Xavi’s quotes on Messi.

Big Stars in Small Leagues: Cristiano Ronaldo the latest star to end career in soccer outpost

January 06, 2023 4:13 pm

Others, like Pelé, Johan Cruyff, Zico, Xavi Hernandez, and now the 37-year-old Ronaldo at Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr, find themselves prolonging their careers at unlikely soccer outposts usually for vast amounts of money.

'El Clasico' against Real a chance for Barca to bounce back, says Xavi

October 15, 2022 8:51 pm

Barca have won seven consecutive LaLiga matches and sit top of the table on 22 points, ahead of domestic and European champions Real on goal difference.