Xavi’s Leadership Defended by Former Barcelona Star Bolo Zenden Amid Turmoil
Former Barcelona star Bolo Zenden has come forward in support of Xavi, defending the coach’s leadership and praising his efforts at the Camp Nou. Despite recent disappointing results and performances in La Liga and the Champions League, Zenden believes Xavi has done an excellent job considering the challenges he inherited when joining the club.
Zenden expressed his admiration for Xavi, stating, I think Xavi has done a great job, a massive job. When he came in, the club was still in a lot of turmoil, problems with players, with court cases at the top. He commended Xavi for steering the ship amidst the storm surrounding the club.
Acknowledging that competition is a marathon rather than a sprint, Zenden highlighted the significance of the matches against Real Madrid. Although there was hope for victory, Bellingham’s performance tipped the scales in Real Madrid’s favor. Nevertheless, Zenden believes that Barcelona’s current situation still appears favorable.
One major adjustment that Xavi and the team have had to contend with is playing away from the iconic Camp Nou as the stadium undergoes renovations. Zenden acknowledged the challenge, stating, That’s a massive change for the club as well. It always takes time to adapt to your new world – it’s literally your new house, and that’s never easy either. He expressed confidence that once they return to the Camp Nou, it will provide a sense of peace and stability.
With the upcoming match against Alaves, Xavi has the opportunity to silence his critics. Securing a win would undoubtedly boost morale. However, due to the international break, Barcelona will not play again until November 25.
Xavi’s tenure as coach has been met with scrutiny, but Zenden’s support offers a different perspective. Despite the challenges faced, including off-pitch issues and playing away from home, Xavi has managed to keep Barcelona on track. It remains to be seen how he will navigate the upcoming games and if he can lead the team to the desired success.
