It’s f*****g s***’: Cameras catch Barcelona boss Xavi’s x-rated tirade at half-time during goalless draw against Athletic Bilbao where Spaniard rants ‘f***’ everyone’ as Catalans lose further ground in title race
Barcelona manager Xavi launched an expletive-laden rant at half-time that was captured by television cameras during his side’s goalless draw with Athletic Bilbao.
Xavi’s side continued their inconsistent form and are eight points behind LaLiga leaders Real Madrid.
There was further frustration from Xavi, with midfielders Frenkie de Jong and Pedri both injured in the first half.
Xavi, who has already revealed he will leave at the end of the season, could not hide his disappointment.
As captured by Movistar+ cameras on his way to the dressing room, Xavi said: ‘F*** it, man. F*** everyone… man. It’s fucking***. I’m damned!’.
Barcelona boss Xavi launched into an expletive-laden tirade after the draw in Bilbao
Joao Felix cuts a dejected figure after Barcelona once again dropped points against Athletic Bilbao
Barcelona have had a lot of injury problems this season, while they have also had some worrying performances.
Pedri cried on the bench after being substituted against Athletic as his injury problems continued.
After the match, Xavi gave an update on the injuries of Pedri and De Jong.
He said: ‘Pedri and De Jong’s injuries unfortunately don’t look good. It seems serious. We’re sad because I think they’re going to be out for a while.”
Although they were knocked out of the Copa del Rey by Athletic in the quarter-finals, Barcelona still have the chance to progress in the Champions League.
There was further frustration for Barcelona, with midfielder Pedri leaving injured
Frenkie de Jong also had to be substituted as Barcelona’s injury problems continued
After drawing 1-1 against Napoli in the first leg of their round of 16 tie, Barcelona will be determined to triumph in the second leg on March 12.
However, if they want to do that, the Catalan club will have to show more conviction in front of goal than on Sunday.
Before the match against Napoli, Barcelona has a league match at home against Mallorca on Friday.
