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Bayern, Barcelona or Leeds United? ESPN's Watchability Rankings ... (ESPN)

Which are the must-watch teams of 2022? ESPN's Bill Connelly crunches the numbers to bring you the the best and worst of Europe's top leagues.

For the second straight season, Lyon both (a) play attractive, possession-based football and (b) drop more points than they should. (They're also back in the Bundesliga's top four, which probably means a bit more to them.) (They were sixth last season as well.) Since Jesse Marsch took over from Marcelo Bielsa in late February, Leeds have won a couple of late thrillers to cut their relegation odds a bit, but it's safe to say that the drama, both on the pitch and on the table, probably isn't over just yet. (Relevant category: percentage of a team's matches that take place with the score within one goal.) Last season's least watchable team, Cadiz is actually scoring and allowing even fewer goals this time around (they're winning less, too). Their matches are usually close, but that's not enough to prevent a repeat in the No. 98 spot. (Relevant category: direct speed, a Stats Perform measure of how many meters a team's average sequence advances the ball.) Entertaining big matches (15%): In heavyweight-versus-heavyweight matchups, we can often see an overwhelming amount of caution. (Relevant categories: passes allowed per defensive action, opponents' average passes per possession, possessions beginning in the attacking third and, because watchability goes both ways, opponents' possessions beginning in the attacking third.) (Relevant categories: goals scored, goals allowed, total average shots, xG per shot and xG per shot allowed, pass completion rate into the attacking third.) (Relevant category: points per game in league play.) Shots and goals (and the things that create them) are undeniably fun, especially when you are both taking and allowing them. Shots and goals (36%): Traditionalists in every sport will always point out how a good defense can be fun, too, and harrumph when things get a little too high-scoring.

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French defender set to leave Barcelona in the summer – report (Barca Universal)

Barcelona are gearing up for a vital summer transfer window, with several incomings being lined up by manager Xavi Hernandez. A new striker is at the top of ...

So, an exit is the best possible course of action for all parties involved heading into the summer. Mundo Deportivo is now reporting that a new left-footed centre-back could also be on the agenda for Barcelona ahead of the summer transfer window. With Barcelona set to sign Andreas Christensen from Chelsea and closing in on an extension for Ronald Araujo, his prospects would not improve whatsoever.

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10 Best Boutique Hotels In Barcelona For Summer 2022 (Forbes)

The rooftop terrace and pool at Kimpton Vividora with views to die for. Image courtesy Kimpton Vividora. This summer, make your trip to Barcelona all the more ...

Set just off the lower end of La Rambla in the somewhat-sketchy Raval neighborhood, this hidden gem of a hotel is often overlooked by visitors. Hiding in plain sight in the center of the city, Seventy Barcelona is the hotel that offers everything the contemporary traveler needs, at a surprisingly affordable price point. Set in a 19th-century mansion just off Passeig de Gràcia, Monument combines contemporary design, superb service and state-of-the art features in a location that is second to none for those wishing to enjoy the finer things in life. With an enviable location on the edge of the Barri Gòtic overlooking the port, Serras is the kind of hotel that other hotels aspire to be like. With an unbeatable location in the El Born neighborhood, The Barcelona EDITION is the place to see and be seen. Few hotel brands can compete with EDITION in the fabulous stakes, and the Barcelona outpost is no exception.

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ESPN's Watchability Rankings: Europe's most fun teams, from ... (Ghanasoccernet.com)

The final international break of the 2021-22 European soccer season -- the most consequential one in years -- is officially in the rearview mirror, ...

For the second straight season, Lyon both (a) play attractive, possession-based football and (b) drop more points than they should. (They're also back in the Bundesliga's top four, which probably means a bit more to them.) Below are the results as ESPN presents the 2022 Watchability Rankings. (Note: You can find last year's rankings here.) The potential for enjoyment is pretty good (Grade: 6-8)Napoli are fun to watch when they advance forward, but the final ball can often be a letdown. (Relevant category: percentage of a team's matches that take place with the score within one goal.) Entertaining big matches (15%): In heavyweight-versus-heavyweight matchups, we can often see an overwhelming amount of caution. (Relevant category: direct speed, a Stats Perform measure of how many meters a team's average sequence advances the ball.) (Relevant category: points per game in league play.) (Relevant categories: passes allowed per defensive action, opponents' average passes per possession, possessions beginning in the attacking third and, because watchability goes both ways, opponents' possessions beginning in the attacking third.) (Relevant categories: goals scored, goals allowed, total average shots, xG per shot and xG per shot allowed, pass completion rate into the attacking third.) Shots and goals (and the things that create them) are undeniably fun, especially when you are both taking and allowing them. Shots and goals (36%): Traditionalists in every sport will always point out how a good defense can be fun, too, and harrumph when things get a little too high-scoring.

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Eintracht Frankfurt vs Barcelona: Predictions, odds & betting tips ... (Goal.com)

Europa League favourites Barcelona travel to Eintracht Frankfurt on Thursday for the first leg of their quarter-final, with Xavi Hernandez's men aiming to ...

Eintracht Frankfurt vs Barcelona tips & predictions Eintracht Frankfurt vs Barcelona preview Eintracht Frankfurt vs Barcelona first goalscorer Eintracht Frankfurt vs Barcelona latest odds Eintracht Frankfurt vs Barcelona: Predictions, odds & betting tips Europa League favourites Barcelona travel to Eintracht Frankfurt on Thursday for the first leg of their quarter-final, with Xavi Hernandez's men aiming to continue their strong form.

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Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Barcelona odds, picks, how to watch, live ... (CBSSports.com)

European soccer insider Martin Green reveals his UEFA Europa League predictions for Barcelona vs. Eintracht Frankfurt.

For Barcelona vs. Pedri has also been playing extremely well of late, scoring the winner in Barcelona's 1-0 win against Sevilla on Sunday. Barcelona odds, with Eintracht Frankfurt the +375 underdog. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored a brace in the win against Real Madrid and has been on a tear in recent weeks. Plus, watch the highly-anticipated series Halo, Picard, 1883, and more. Eintracht Frankfurt, meanwhile, is unbeaten in its last seven matches.

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Three lineup dilemmas Xavi faces ahead of Eintracht Frankfurt vs ... (Barca Universal)

After edging out Sevilla 1-0 at the weekend, FC Barcelona are set for another daunting challenge ahead as they take on Eintracht Frankfurt in the first leg ...

He can offer a bit of balance to the team, when it comes to drawing a line between attack and defence. A centre-back by trade, Araujo has played at right-back in the past. Araujo is the undisputed favourite as he is considered pivotal to Barcelona’s defensive setup. Each player offers a unique skill-set to the table that could benefit Barça in its own unique way. Ferran has impressed a lot with his positioning sense and work ethic, thus adding a new dimension to the Barça frontline. HIs contributions in the Europa League cannot be understated at all, with the attacker racking up two assists in the important win over Napoli.

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Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Barcelona live score, updates, highlights ... (Sporting News)

Eintracht Frankfurt take on Barcelona in the first leg of the Europa League quarter-finals and you can follow all the action live.

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Ex-Barcelona defender says training in the Premier League is more ... (Barca Universal)

Tottenham Hotspur right-back Emerson Royal is slowly but surely adapting to life in the Premier League. The Brazilian was involved in a rather puzzling ...

But in the Premier League you need to work much more physically and at the moment I’m adapting very well,” he added. They explained everything to me and in the end I understood that the best thing for me was to leave the club.” I helped Barça and Barça helped me to play in the best league in the world,” said Emerson, about his transfer.

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Eintracht Frankfurt vs Barcelona: TV channel, live stream, team news ... (Goal.com)

Barcelona can put one foot into the semi-finals of the Europa League if they can deliver the goods against Eintracht Frankfurt when the pair meet in the ...

Barcelona 0-0 Galatasaray (Mar 10) Frankfurt 1-1 Real Betis (Mar 17) Galatasaray 1-2 Barcelona (Mar 17)

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Frankfurt vs Barcelona LIVE: Stream, TV channel, score and teams ... (The Sun)

BARCELONA continue their quest for a first European trophy since 2015 as they face Eintracht Frankfurt in Germany.The Catalan giants have been in scin.

The team, the club and the fans have earned this match. It’s the biggest game of my career in Europe, but what matters are the players and the match.Oliver Glasner Frankfurt 0-0 Barcelona Frankfurt 0-0 Barcelona Frankfurt 0-0 Barcelona Frankfurt 0-0 Barcelona Frankfurt 0-0 Barcelona Frankfurt 0-0 Barcelona Kick-off: Frankfurt vs Barcelona Frankfurt 0-0 Barcelona - Torres chance! Frankfurt in an all black strip, Barcelona in all purple. Frankfurt 0-0 Barcelona - Sow chance

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Eintracht Frankfurt vs FC Barcelona live stream: How can I watch ... (Evening Standard)

Despite, or perhaps because of, their prowess in European competition, this remains a trophy which the Spanish giants have never lifted.

Where to watch Eintracht Frankfurt vs Barcelona Click here to follow Eintracht Frankfurt vs Barcelona LIVE! Frankfurt overcame Spanish opposition in the last-16, downing Real Betis.

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Frankfurt vs Barcelona UEL Live Stream: How to Watch, Team News ... (GiveMeSport)

A huge Europa League clash is upon us as Frankfurt take on Barcelona at the Deutsche Bank Park. Here's everything you need to know about the game.

Barcelona have some full-back issues with Sergino Dest and Sergi Roberto both ruled out through injury. The monthly pass costs £25. They’ll be going all out in order to secure their first-ever Europa League trophy.

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Frankfurt vs Barcelona live streaming: How to watch UEFA Europa ... (Republic World)

Here is a look at how to watch the UEFA Europa League matches live in India, the US and the UK, and the Eintracht Frankfurt vs Barcelona live streaming ...

Fans wondering how to watch UEFA Champions League matches live in the UK can tune in to the BT Sports network. As for the Eintracht Frankfurt vs Barcelona live streaming, fans can tune in to the SonyLIV app. The match is scheduled to kick-off live at 3:00 PM ET on Thursday, April 7.

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FC Barcelona vs. Eintracht Frankfurt: Live stream, start time, TV, how ... (masslive.com)

The 2022 Europa League quarterfinals between FC Barcelona and Eintracht Frankfurt kick off on Thursday, with the German club hosting the Catalan giants.

Barcelona resumes its bid to win the one European trophy missing from its collection with a trip to Eintracht Frankfurt in the first leg of the Europa League quarterfinals. Bodø/Glimt also earned a draw in the return match in Italy, and has eliminated Celtic and AZ Alkmaar in the knockout stage. The 2022 Europa League quarterfinals between FC Barcelona and Eintracht Frankfurt kick off on Thursday, with the German club hosting the Catalan giants.

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FC Barcelona XI vs Frankfurt: Starting lineup, confirmed team news ... (Evening Standard)

Barcelona are without Dani Alves for tonight's Europa League clash with Eintracht Frankfurt.

Sergino Dest is not fit to provide cover for the Brazilian due to a hamstring complaint, which has forced Ronald Araujo out wide. Starting at the Camp Nou on Saturday was Alves, but the veteran continues to be absent for European matches having not been registered for the competition. The Catalans travel to Germany for the first leg of their quarter-final tie off the back of major La Liga victories over Real Madrid and Sevilla.

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Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Barcelona live score, updates, highlights ... (Sporting News)

Eintracht Frankfurt take on Barcelona in the first leg of the Europa League quarter-finals and you can follow all the action live.

15 minutes to kick off: Barcelona won the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup on three occasions, but they are looking to win the Europa League for the first time in its current guise. Barcelona look in control but the threat of Frankfurt can't be discounted. 9 mins: Gavi does well to cut out the danger following a cross. Xavi's side have yet to be beaten in this season's competition, but they have also ended up drawing their two first-leg fixtures so far. Now Frankfurt bring on Toure for Kamada. N'Dicka does well to turn in the area but he just can't quite pick out Toure. Just prior to that he got in a good position to cross but couldn't quite locate a team-mate. Frankfurt send on Hauge in place of Lindstrom. Will they be able to go in front. Aubameyang then finds the side-netting. Full time: Eintracht Frankfurt 1-1 Barcelona. The sides are level following an entertaining first leg. The 20-year-old, who is on loan from Borussia Dortmund, struck fear into the Barcelona defence with his direct runs. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been superb in front of goal since joining Barcelona - he has scored nine goals in 13 games.

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Xavi: Barcelona “didn't play a good game” in Europa League draw ... (The Athletic)

Barcelona manager Xavi was not happy with his team's performance in their 1-1 draw with Eintracht Frankfurt in the first leg of their Europa League...

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Further Proof Tiki-Taka Is Back As Brilliant Barcelona Team Goal ... (Sports Illustrated)

Xavi Hernandez was a tiki-taka king as a player and he watched his Barcelona team score a superb team goal in their 1-1 draw at Frankfurt in the Europa ...

Pedri then switched the play to Ousmane Dembele on the right and he progressed the attack into the box with a pass to Frenkie de Jong. After passing Real Madrid off the park in a 4-0 Clasico win last month, Xavi's Barca earned a creditable draw away to Frankfurt on Thursday courtesy of a superb equalizer. Xavi returned to the Camp Nou as manager in November after six and a half years away.

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Eintracht Frankfurt 1-1 Barcelona: Player Ratings (Barca Universal)

Barcelona headed into their clash against Eintracht Frankfurt, hoping to keep up their impressive form under Xavi. The team, now unbeaten in their last 13 ...

While Gavi and Pedri struggled to find any sort of control in this game, Busquets was the only one keeping Barcelona composed. While he constantly tried to link up with the midfield by dropping deep, barely any of his passes came off. Was committed as ever off the ball, but did not impact the game like he would have wanted to. He looked lost more often than not and could not link up with his teammates well enough. Was subbed off with an injury at the 23rd minute. Busy night for ter Stegen who was called into action very early in the first half.

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Al Barcelona le ajusta perfecto el traje de favorito en la Europa ... (ESPN Deportes)

Sin menosprecio a los rivales, desde el Eintracht, West Ham o el de una supuesta final, ninguno tiene el potencial que ha mostrado el equipo de Xavi desde ...

Sin obviar que Marc-André ter Stegen ha dejado su portería a cero en cinco de los últimos siete. Menos aún cuando el equipo de Lopetegui cayó ante el West Ham y el cuadro de los cuartos de final mantiene equipos a tener en cuenta... Tal como ocurre con el Eintracht, un duelo con el West Ham sería primerizo... Y ya he dicho que no hemos tenido precisamente suerte en el sorteo”, se apresuró a relatar el entrenador azulgrana en la previa del duelo, sacándose de encima, como pudo, cualquier etiqueta de favorito que, sabe perfectamente, cuelga sobre sus hombros. "Nada nos debe confundir ni dejar de ser humildes. Más aún para confirmar el crecimiento exponencial que ha protagonizado el equipo dirigido por Xavi Hernández.

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Torres equaliser rescues Barcelona, 10-man West Ham draw with ... (Yahoo Sports)

A second-half equaliser by Ferran Torres rescued Barcelona on Thursday as the Spanish giants were held to a 1-1 draw at Eintracht Frankfurt in the first leg ...

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Barcelona stars complain about the PITCH after drawing in Germany ... (Daily Mail)

PETE JENSON: Barcelona complained about the playing surface at the Deutsche Bank Park after struggling to a 1-1 draw with the ninth best team in the ...

We were slower than usual and the pitch wasn't in the best condition. Coach Xavi also mentioned the pitch but admitted his side had not been at their best. - Xavi also noted the pitch issues but added his side had not been good enough

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Barcelona sporting director is the most intelligent man in football ... (Barca Universal)

With several key players already tied up, the likes of Ronald Araujo, Gavi and Ousmane Dembele now sit next on the agenda. Advertisement.

Mateu is a genius, he is the most intelligent person in European football. “Any club in which Mateu can work as a leader, and with the freedom to do everything he has in his head, he will be at the top. “Barça is in the best possible hands.

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Revealed: The Two Important Questions Xavi Hernandez Asked His ... (Forbes)

Xavi Hernandez asked his FC Barcelona charges these two vital questions when taking over as head coach.

and the second was "are you willing to enter [the match] in the 92nd minute?" The first was, "are you willing to run for the team?" The Blaugrana faced one of their toughest tests yet in Frankfurt last night against a young, fast and game Eintracht outfit in their Europa League quarter-final first leg tie.

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Three Barcelona players could be sacrificed following Ronald ... (Barca Universal)

Ronald Araujo's contract renewal will force Barcelona to shake up their entire defensive roster during the summer transfer window.

The 23-year-old will mostly pair up with Christensen while Gerard Pique and Eric Garcia will work as deputies. To begin with, it’s very much obvious that Araujo will be one of the first names in Xavi’s starting XI next season. Ronald Araujo’s contract renewal will force Barcelona to shake up their entire defensive roster during the summer transfer window.

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Eintracht Frankfurt vs. FC Barcelona: Ferran Torres goal earns Barça ... (CBSSports.com)

Barcelona stretched their unbeaten streak to 14 games on Thursday, drawing 1-1 at Eintracht Frankfurt in their Europa League quarterfinal first leg.

Gets his marker on the heel and takes his boot off. Barca a man up and going for the win. Penalty call overturned ↩️— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) #EintrachtBarça https://t.co/I5VmSISPNg April 7, 2022 — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) #EintrachtBarça https://t.co/k5LnFx8rk7 April 7, 2022 With just two goals in their last two games, some team is going to pay for them getting hot again, but Eintracht will hope it is Levante on Sunday and not them in a week's time. FULL TIME— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) #EintrachtBarça pic.twitter.com/bcbohyq7sV April 7, 2022 Barça are usually good to respond from a poor display, and the expectation for most would be them winning the second leg and advancing. Barça may be back, but that wasn't evident by this display. They have the blueprint needed though. They recorded 16 shots to Barça's seven, won the battle of xG 1.22-0.85, and their pressure in the middle put Sergio Busquets off his game for much of the night. A draw is a tad harsh in the end, but they need to live with it considering Tuta's red card with 12 minutes to go put them in a tricky spot. Barça played the last 12 minutes of the game a man up, but they could not get a clear look on goal to take the win, settling for a draw that in the end was an acceptable result and still puts them in the driver's seat to advance.

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Five key stats from Frankfurt 1-1 Barcelona (Barca Universal)

FC Barcelona resumed their UEFA Europa League campaign with a 1-1 draw with Eintracht Frankfurt, in a first-leg quarter-final tie at the Deutsche Bank Park.

And it appears the statistics now back that up as well, with the Dutchman having registered an impressive total of three assists in his last seven competitive matches. His ability to offer attacking support in the final third came to the fore when he linked up with Ferran to completely bamboozle the opposition defence. As iterated earlier, Barcelona were quite underwhelming in the first half. The improved numbers are a testement to the improvement Xavi has introduced to his game and it only bodes well, not just for the player, but for the club as well. While Dembele had a role to play in the build-up to the equaliser, it was de Jong who stole the show with a majestic shift. It was quite a crucial start for Busquets as well, as the veteran played a vital role in securing a draw for Barcelona. He was tailor-made for a game like this, as the Spaniard utilised his game-sense expertly to break off many potential counter-attacks for Eintracht Frankfurt.

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Sun, sea and now smoke free: Barcelona bans cigarettes on the beach (Reuters)

Barcelona beachgoers will no longer have to contend with cigarette butts or passive smoke starting in July when Spain's second largest city will ban smoking ...

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Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Barcelona - Football Match Report - April 7 ... (ESPN)

Get a report of the Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Barcelona 2021-22 UEFA Europa League, Quarterfinals football match.

Camp Nou will have to be a pressure cooker for us like their fans were here tonight." The pitch was not in perfect condition, either, and didn't help how we wanted to play. "It made it difficult for us.

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Messi's possible return to Barcelona: Prudence or misjudgment? (Barca Universal)

This one isn't easy to write. It's been an hour and I've been staring at the same sentence, still unsure about how I could possibly start to debate this in ...

This is undoubtedly the greatest player to ever grace a football pitch, and the one he happened to grace was the Camp Nou. Words can’t describe the player and person he is, and I won’t try to express it. Everything that Barcelona have had in the last 15 years is owed to him. The problem is that he cannot be the best player in the world forever. The Blaugrana have, at last, found a system that works without Lionel Messi. This was inevitably necessary, seeing as he isn’t capable of playing forever. The Blaugrana will have to get used to life without Messi, and in many ways, they have. And his return should, for the greater good, be in a different capacity. This is, of course, to no fault; it’s an inevitable symptom of having the greatest player of all time playing for you. There’s no doubt whatsoever that he would be the best player in the world under this Barcelona squad and anyone who thinks otherwise is wrong. Even Guardiola built his tactics to accommodate the Argentinian, and that’s precisely what the roles of other players were predicated on. Ronald Koeman was never going to be a world-class manager but there is only so much blame you can assign when a team loses its entire system in the form of a single player. Time and time again, the Argentinian has masked tactical laziness with overt individual brilliance to bail Barcelona out, tremendously reducing the onus on other players to pull their own weight. That childlike wonder with which people looked upon FC Barcelona was restored: there was finally a system, a philosophy, a project, and a future.

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Martin Braithwaite expected to leave Barcelona to boost chance of ... (Football Espana)

Braithwaite is determined to be a part of Denmark's squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and in order to achieve that ambition he needs to be playing. A summer ...

A summer move could be on the cards. And he’s fully fit. Braithwaite is determined to be a part of Denmark’s squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and in order to achieve that ambition he needs to be playing.

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The first two questions Xavi Hernandez asked of his players at ... (Football Espana)

The Catalan took over at Camp Nou at the beginning of November and has turned a mediocre and directionless outfit into one of the most exciting and dynamic ...

The second leg will take place at Camp Nou this coming Thursday. This hints at the importance Xavi places upon sacrifice and discipline. The second was whether they were willing to enter the pitch as a substitute in the 92nd minute.

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Five things we learnt from Eintracht Frankfurt 1-1 Barcelona (Barca Universal)

Travelling to Germany for the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Europa League was never going to be easy. Yet, the team walk away from the game with a draw, ...

It has been a common trend for Barcelona to draw the first leg and then produce an all-round performance in the second game. Barcelona undoubtedly have the upper hand in the tie. He was not able to get on the end of crosses either, with several chances from Alba and Adama getting wasted. It did not even take five minutes for the duo to turn the game around for Barcelona. Both sides find themselves in a must-win situation, with the consequence being elimination if they fail to do so. Statistically, the hosts were superior to Barcelona in shots taken, shots on target, big chances created, and counter attacks. The Dutch international immediately spotted Ferran Torres unmarked and played a sequence of passes with the winger. In the third minute, Ferran Torres’ shot seemed set to give his side the lead. Frenkie de Jong too was given a much-needed break and Gavi took his place in the lineup. Yet, the team walk away from the game with a draw, and a good chance to qualify through next week’s second leg. However, Xavi opted to start Adama Traore over Ousmane Dembele on the night. Against Galatasaray and Napoli, too, the Catalans drew the first leg before eventually winning the second fixture.

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