What Is Xavi’s Record So Far as Barcelona Manager?

By Alice Nichols

Xavi Hernandez is a name that needs no introduction when it comes to football. The former Barcelona midfielder is considered one of the best players of his generation.

After retiring from playing, Xavi took charge of Qatar Stars League club Al-Sadd as their head coach in 2019. However, it was only a matter of time before he returned to his roots, and in January 2021, he was appointed as the new manager of FC Barcelona.

Since taking over as the manager, Xavi has been tasked with rebuilding the squad and restoring Barcelona’s glory days. So far, Xavi has been making steady progress towards achieving this goal.

One of the most significant changes that Xavi has brought to Barcelona is his tactical approach. He prefers a possession-based style of play that focuses on passing and movement. This style has been a hallmark of Barcelona’s success in the past, and Xavi is looking to revive it.

Under Xavi’s leadership, Barcelona has played eight matches in all competitions so far. They have won five games and drawn three matches, which is an impressive record given the challenges that they have faced.

In La Liga, Barcelona has played four games under Xavi’s management so far. They won two games against Espanyol and Elche and drew against Granada and Cadiz. Their performance in these games has been encouraging as they have dominated possession in each match.

In the Champions League group stage, Barcelona won two games against Dynamo Kyiv and Benfica and drew against Bayern Munich. Despite losing to Bayern Munich in their second match-up this season by 3-0 at home, their overall performance was decent enough to qualify for the knockout stages.

One of the most significant achievements under Xavi’s management so far is winning the Spanish Super Cup earlier this month. In the final match against Real Madrid held at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Saudi Arabia on January 16th, Barcelona won the game with a 2-0 scoreline, with goals from Philippe Coutinho and Luuk de Jong.

Xavi’s record so far as Barcelona manager has been impressive, and he has already started making an impact at the club. He has brought a sense of stability to the team and instilled confidence in his players. The fans have responded positively to his appointment, and there is a renewed sense of optimism around the club.

In conclusion, Xavi’s tenure as Barcelona manager has been promising so far. While it is still early days, his tactical approach and man-management skills suggest that he is capable of leading Barcelona back to their glory days. The fans will be hoping that he can continue this positive run of form and bring success back to the Camp Nou.