Tactics
What can we learn from Barcelona's preseason?
Preseason can be a cruel mistress. It seemingly gives you so much but in reality, it’s mostly just an illusion; a mirage of what you want to be true rather than what is true.
Xavi Hernandez
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İlkay Gündoğan at Barça: What's the Perfect Role for the Perfect Midfielder?
Does Xavi put the German on the left to prioritise his attacking presence or does he ensure more control by sticking him on the right instead?
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Oriol Romeu: The perfect band-aid for Barcelona's Busquets-sized wound
Romeu’s comeback story begins now and hopefully, this time around, he will be able to fully show his worth.
Opinion
Xavi's Barcelona: Champions against all the odds
Xavi's Barcelona are champions against all the odds. Here's the full story brimmed with emotions. Enjoy.
Opinion
Barcelona's floor is (still) way too low
Barcelona's system cannot enhance the individuals. Iit can’t make them become more than they are on their own.
Tactics
Xavi's bittersweet reign: Why can't Barcelona control games?
There is no denying Xavi has improved this team but it’s also apparent he hasn’t improved them enough to be a powerhouse just yet
Opinion
Barcelona are sometimes a good enough team
Since the beginning of the season, I’ve been very vocal about my expectations and criteriums for this new Barcelona. Xavi needs to improve the team. It’s as simple as that and it’s objective number one. Not much has changed since; I would rather sack him on the
Opinion
As long as Barça compromise on who they want (and need) to be, they will suffer
Barcelona need to stay true to their game model. Tweaks are necessary for every single opponent but the underlying principles, philosophy and intent must remain the same.
Review
Dominant result, (not so) dominant display: Barça score 4 but still underperform?
Dominant result, (not so) dominant display: Barça score 4 but still underperform?
Opinion
Do Barcelona really need to be the protagonists every game?
Do Barcelona really need to be the protagonists every game?
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Raphinha: The making of Xavi's own difference-maker?
Raphinha not only embraces the role of a difference maker but also thrives in exactly what the squad has been missing
Preview
Athletic Club opposition analysis: Xavi vs Valverde Round 2
Athletic Club’s defensive structure is still solid but a couple of squeaky wheels alongside some mechanical flaws could cause trouble for Valverde’s men when they welcome the Catalan giants at San Mames this Sunday.