XAVI confirma: SE VA ¿Y el penal? “Es una VERGÜENZA” | CRISTIANO listo vs MESSI y SUAREZ

Summary

Xavi Hernandez will leave Barcelona as manager at the end of the season after a disappointing 3-4 home loss to Villarreal. This was Barcelona's 26th loss under Xavi, a club record. Barcelona is currently 3rd in La Liga, 10 points behind leaders Real Madrid. In other news, Cristiano Ronaldo could return and face Lionel Messi's Inter Miami in a friendly, Juventus tied Empoli 1-1 to end their 7-game win streak, and Bayern Leverkusen drew 0-0 with Gladbach to remain 2 points behind Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga title race.

Takeaways

• 😥 Xavi Hernandez announced he will leave Barcelona as manager at the end of the season.
• 😡 Barcelona lost 3-4 to Villarreal after leading 3-0, the deciding goal in stoppage time. This was Xavi's 26th loss, a record.
• 📉 Barcelona are 3rd in La Liga, 10 points behind leaders Real Madrid.
• 👍 Juventus' winning streak ended with a 1-1 draw against Empoli, but they remain top of Serie A.
• ⚽ Newcastle beat Fulham in the FA Cup as a 6th division team knocked out a 2nd division opponent.
• 🌍 The Africa Cup of Nations round of 16 is underway, with Angola and Nigeria advancing.
• ❓ Cristiano Ronaldo may return to face Messi's Inter Miami in a friendly during MLS preseason.
• 😮 A fan replaced an injured linesman after coming down from the stands during a Bundesliga match.
• 😀 Ivan Rakitic reportedly told Sevilla teammates he is leaving for Saudi Arabian club Al Shabab.
• 👍 Pep Guardiola confirmed he will remain Manchester City manager, potentially extending beyond 2025.

Q & A

Why is Xavi Hernandez leaving Barcelona?

Xavi announced he will leave Barcelona at the end of the season because he feels the players need a change after recent poor results, including a home loss to Villarreal where they gave up 5 goals.

What record did Xavi break with his latest loss as Barcelona manager?

The loss to Villarreal was Xavi's 26th defeat as Barcelona manager, breaking the record for most losses by a Spanish coach in Barcelona history.

Where is Barcelona currently in the La Liga standings?

After the loss to Villarreal, Barcelona sits 3rd in the La Liga standings, 10 points behind leaders Real Madrid.

What controversial call upset Xavi in the Villarreal game?

A penalty awarded to Barcelona was overturned after VAR review, which Xavi felt was a disgraceful decision by the referee.

How did Juventus and AC Milan fare in their latest Serie A matches?

Juventus drew 1-1 with Empoli to end their 7-game win streak. AC Milan drew 0-0 with Bologna.

What English lower league club advanced in the FA Cup?

Sixth division Macclesfield Town upset second tier Ipswich Town to advance to the FA Cup 4th round.

Who could Cristiano Ronaldo face in his potential return for Al Nassr?

Reports say Ronaldo could return to face Lionel Messi's Inter Miami in a friendly on January 19.

Where is Ivan Rakitic headed next?

Rakitic has reportedly told Sevilla teammates he is leaving for Saudi club Al Shabab.

How long will Jurgen Klopp take a break after leaving Liverpool?

Klopp says he wants to take 1-2 years off after leaving Liverpool before considering his next job.

What injury did Bayern's Kingsley Coman sustain recently?

Coman injured the medial ligament in his knee against Augsburg and is expected to be out until April.