Xavi Hernandez Doesn't Matter About The Red Card, Prefers Praises Three Goalprinters

Robert Lewandowski and Fermin Lopez contributed goals for Barcelona (Instagram/@fcbarcelona).

JAKARTA - Xavi Hernandez is still late in the euphoria of Barcelona's victory over Atletico Madrid. The Blaugrana won 3-0 at Los Rojiblancos headquarters, Metropolitan Stadium, in the 29th week of La Liga 2023/2024, Monday, March 18, 2024, early morning WIB.

The 44-year-old manager did not actually accompany the team until the game was over. He got a red card right before the first half ended due to excessive protests.

However, Xavi was reluctant to have a problem with the ration card. The most important for him is the three points that made Barcelona second in the 2023/2024 La Liga standings to replace Girona.

"It's not really important, the important thing is the team. The fourth official said it (red card) was because of my body motion."

"Let's see what's written in the official report. I move my hands a lot because I want it."

"I don't think it's necessary and unfair, but I have to accept it," Xavi said on the club's official website.

Furthermore, the Spanish manager chose to prioritize the role of his team's pentin rather than highlight the issue of red cards.

He specifically gave credit to three Barca goalscorers, namely Robert Lewandowski, Joao Feliz, and Fermin Lopez.

Lewandowski became a very important player during the Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid match. He contributed to all the team goals, in detail one goal and two assists.

"This may be his best game since he (Lewandowski) came to Barca. He's amazing," Xavi praised the Polish striker.

Although Lewandowski stands out, Xavi has not played down two other names.

"He (Joao Felix) played a very good game, especially when he didn't have the ball. He helped a lot."

"He's very motivated. It's a game for him and that's why we played him. He made the difference. So, I'm very happy with him," said the 44-year-old coach.

Then, in particular Xavi also appreciated Fermin Lopez's appearance. He became proof that La Masia never stopped giving birth to great players.

Together with Hector Fort, Marc Cosado, and Pau Cubarsi, Fermin became a La Masia dropout who played a role in Barcelona's victory over Atletico.

"La Masia has always been a part of our DNA. Big teams like Barca are always nurtured by local talents. They are ready to play, that's why they are getting used to it," said Xavi again.