FC Barcelona criticizes players finishing in Valencia draw

FC Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez criticizes team's finishing and effectiveness after 1-1 draw with Valencia, leaving them 9 points behind.

FC Barcelona's head coach, Xavi Hernandez, expressed disappointment in his team's performance after they drew 1-1 with Valencia at the Mestalla. Instead of falling behind early, as has been the case in previous matches, Barca took the lead through Joao Felix before being equalized by a stunning goal from Hugo Guillamon. Despite numerous chances, Barcelona was unable to capitalize on them, leaving the match with only a single point.

If La Liga leaders Girona win their upcoming match, Barcelona will be nine points behind their Catalan neighbors, a fact that Xavi lamented as missed opportunities. In a post-match interview, he expressed frustration, saying, "The same thing is happening again as last week with the effectiveness. Today we gave away two points. The chances are to win the game. We take away a point that leaves us dissatisfied. An insufficient point, today was a final."

Xavi criticized his team's lack of effectiveness, calling the fixture "alarming" and a "reflection of the season." He explained that while they train for finishing, it also depends on each person's confidence. Midfielder Pedri echoed similar sentiments, stating that anything less than three points is negative for the team.

Despite the pressure on Xavi, Pedri expressed support for the coach, acknowledging that these are not good moments, but when they lose points, the most affected is Xavi. The team is committed to standing together during this challenging time.