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Xavi's Rollercoaster Ride at Barcelona: Copa del Rey Drama and Uncertain Future

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Discover the highs and lows of Xavi's tenure at Barcelona, from dramatic defeats to uncertain future prospects.

In a rollercoaster of emotions for Barcelona fans, Xavi Hernández's Copa del Rey journey ended in disappointment as Athletic Bilbao knocked them out with a 4-2 defeat. Despite the team's valiant efforts, the lack of efficiency in crucial moments led to their elimination. Xavi, facing mounting pressure, expressed uncertainty about his future at the club, hinting at a potential exit. The coach's hopes for silverware dwindle, with only La Liga and the Champions League left to vie for, presenting challenging prospects for Barcelona's success. As Xavi navigates the tumultuous seas of football management, the Catalans face a period of uncertainty and speculation about their next moves.

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Williams scores on return from Africa Cup to help Athletic beat ... (The Associated Press)

Iñaki Williams has scored in extra time on the same day he returned from Ghana's early elimination in the Africa Cup of Nations as Athletic Bilbao beat ...

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Barcelona on verge of big things with or without me - Xavi - ESPN (ESPN)

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández said the club have a bright future with or without him in charge after Wednesday's 4-2 Copa del Rey quarterfinal loss to ...

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Barcelona knocked out of Cup as Athletic hit extra-time double (Reuters)

Athletic Bilbao beat Barcelona 4-2 at home to knock them out of the Copa del Rey on Wednesday as brothers Inaki and Nico Williams struck in extra time in a ...

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FC Barcelona Coach Xavi Discusses Potentially Resigning After ... (Forbes)

FC Barcelona head coach Xavi Hernandez discussed potentially leaving his post after the Catalans lost 4-2 to Athletic Club in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals ...

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Barcelona Eliminated From Copa Del Rey After Extra-Time Defeat In ... (Sports Illustrated)

Barcelona's journey in the Copa del Rey ended with a 4-2 loss at Athletic Bilbao. Goals from Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal were not enough for Barca.

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Barcelona player ratings vs Athletic Club: Time up for Xavi? Lamine ... (Goal.com)

Athletic Club turned in a counterattacking clinic against a languid Barcelona, who crashed out of the Copa del Rey despite a fine showing from Lamine Yamal.

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Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona, Copa del Rey: Match Thread, Live ... (Barca Blaugranes)

KICKOFF! Athletic 0-0 Barcelona: And we're underway in Bilbao! WELCOME TO THE ESTADIO DE SAN MAMÉS!!! This spectacular football cathedral in beautiful ...

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Barcelona target cut-price midfielder after Premier League clubs ... (Yahoo Sports)

The Catalan giants are scrambling for a short-term solution in midfield, with Gavi currently out injured, but rivals have grown irritated with their ...

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Athletic Bilbao 4-2 Barcelona: Basque side win Copa del Rey thriller (Yahoo Sports)

Barcelona are knocked out of the Copa del Rey by Athletic Bilbao after losing their quarter-final 4-2 at San Mames.

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The 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' Barcelona Trip Is Already ... (Daily Beast)

A photo illustration of Crystal Minkoff and Annemarie Wiley on RHOBH. Photo Illustration by Thomas Levinson/The Daily Beast/Getty/Bravo.

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Espai Barça featured at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam (FC Barcelona)

Project a key inclusion at the ESSMA conference, with stadium sector representatives learning about the current status of the Spotify Camp Nou and some of ...

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Athletic Club - Barcelona live online: scores, stats and updates ... (AS English)

Live updates as Athletic Club face Barcelona at San Mamés, Bilbao, in the Copa del Rey today, Wednesday, January 24, 2024. Kick-off: 15:30 p.m. ET.

FC Barcelona Femení Revenue Up 74% According To Deloitte ... (Forbes)

The European champions, FC Barcelona have stretched the gap between themselves and other women's clubs by generating revenue of $14.6 million according to ...

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Barcelona crashes out of the Copa del Rey in extra time, La Liga ... (CNN)

Barcelona suffered its second disappointing cup defeat in as many weeks on Wednesday, falling to a 4-2 quarterfinal away loss against Athletic Bilbao in ...

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FC Barcelona Coach Xavi Showed What He Thinks Of Striker In ... (Forbes)

FC Barcelona head coach Xavi Hernandez showed what he thinks about his new signing in a Copa del Rey defeat to Athletic Club on Wednesday.

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Xavi's trophy hopes at Barcelona shrink after Copa del Rey exit (The Associated Press)

The chances for Xavi Hernández to salvage Barcelona's season are quickly fading. Xavi's side exited the Copa del Rey quarterfinals after losing in added ...

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Xavi knows he may have to leave Barcelona at the end of the season (Barca Blaugranes)

The coach has come under pressure after some poor results and performances and will face more questions about his position after Wednesday's Copa del Rey exit.

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Xavi's trophy hopes at Barcelona shrink after Copa del Rey exit (The San Diego Union-Tribune)

It just has the Spanish league and the Champions League to play for, and both look like long shots. Barcelona is in third place in La Liga, eight points adrift ...

Xavi's trophy hopes at Barcelona shrink after Copa del Rey exit (WTOP)

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — The chances for Xavi Hernández to salvage Barcelona's season — and likely his own job — are quickly fading. Barcelona has seen its ...

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