Xavi thinks it's unfair to compare him to Guardiola from time to time

2023-06-02 15:19

Xavi thinks it's unfair to compare him to Guardiola from time to time


When Barcelona coach Xavi was interviewed by the media recently, he expressed his opinion based on the topic that he was often compared with Guardiola, and he also felt that this comparison was unfair to him.


In the 2022/23 season of La Liga, Barcelona successfully won the league championship 4 rounds ahead of schedule, and it is also the first championship since 2019. According to statistics, Barcelona has won a total of 28 games so far in this season's league, 11 of which were won by beating opponents 1-0 and 26 games without conceding a goal. Some critical voices.


In addition, in his professional career as a player, Harvey also played under Guardiola when he played for Barcelona, and achieved many outstanding achievements during this period. Therefore, the outside world often calls on the current Barcelona coach Harvey to "refer to "Guardiola's way, but Xavi is also tired of being compared to Guardiola for a long time.


Harvey said in the interview, "As a coach, Guardiola's distinctive image has put me under a lot of burden. I think it is very unfair to be constantly compared. This happened to me when I was a player. , and everyone has to leave this difficult situation behind to take the next step."


In addition, there have been reports recently that Harvey will extend his contract with Barcelona, and when asked whether the negotiations with the club have made good progress, Harvey said, "We will reach a consensus as soon as possible. Will do my best and it won't be a problem. I will eventually renew and hope to stay here."


On the other hand, Barcelona will go away to challenge Celta Vigo in the last round of La Liga this season, and hope to bid farewell to the season with a victory.