Return of the Jedi: Barca unveil Xavi as new manager

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Updated At : 01:15 PM Nov 09, 2021 IST

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BARCELONA, November 8

Barcelona presented Xavi Hernandez as their new head coach in front of thousands of fans at the Camp Nou today.

The 41-year-old Barca great signed his contract, which runs until 2024, on the pitch alongside club president Joan Laporta.

“It’s a historical day for Barcelona. Welcome, Xavi,” an emotional Laporta told the supporters during the ceremony where the ex-midfielder was accompanied by his family.

“Thank you all. I don’t want to get emotional but I am, I feel goosebumps,” Xavi told the fans. “This is the biggest club in the world and I’m going to work hard to reach your expectations. Barcelona can’t accept a draw or a defeat. We have to win all the games.”

Xavi joined after Barca paid his release clause with Qatari club Al-Sadd. He will replace the sacked Ronald Koeman. — Reuters

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