JUST IN: Xavi Sacked As Barcelona Manager, As Hansi Flick Tipped As His Replacement

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JUST IN: Xavi Sacked As Barcelona Manager, As Hansi Flick Tipped As His Replacement—-Barcelona has parted ways with coach Xavi Hernandez after a season without any trophies, the club announced on Friday.

Xavi will oversee Barcelona’s final La Liga match against Sevilla on Sunday before stepping down.

“President Joan Laporta has informed Xavi Hernandez that he will not continue as head coach for the 2024-25 season,” stated the club in an official release.

Speculation is rife that former Bayern Munich and Germany coach Hansi Flick will succeed Xavi.

Despite initially planning to leave at the end of the season, Xavi reversed his decision in April following a series of strong performances, agreeing with Laporta to remain until his contract expired in June 2025.

However, tensions rose after Xavi remarked on the club’s financial struggles and their impact on competing with Real Madrid and other top European teams, reportedly angering Laporta.

“Barcelona expresses gratitude to Xavi for his contributions as a coach, complementing his illustrious career as a player and captain of the team, and wishes him all the best in his future endeavors,” the statement continued.

The club also noted that details about the new coaching staff will be announced in the coming days.

While Barcelona clinched the La Liga title last season, they failed to defend it this year. Their Champions League journey ended in the quarter-finals against Paris Saint-Germain, they suffered a heavy defeat to Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final, and they were eliminated by Athletic Bilbao in the Copa del Rey.

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SC Freiburg Make History with Dominant Win Over Celta Vigo to Reach Europa League Semis

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SC Freiburg Make History with Dominant Win Over Celta Vigo to Reach Europa League Semis—-Freiburg booked a historic place in the UEFA Europa League semi-finals for the first time after a commanding 3-1 win over Celta Vigo, sealing a 6-1 aggregate triumph.

Julian Schuster’s side, who carried a 3-0 advantage from the first leg in Germany, finished the job in style away from home with goals from Igor Matanović and a brace by Yuito Suzuki.

Freiburg effectively ended the contest before half-time, scoring twice in quick succession. Matanović opened the scoring in the 33rd minute with a powerful volley after a clever build-up involving Matthias Ginter and Jordy Makengo.

Suzuki doubled the lead six minutes later, combining neatly with Jan-Niklas Beste before finishing calmly. The Japanese midfielder added his second early in the second half, converting from close range after a flowing team move set up by Vincenzo Grifo.

Celta Vigo managed a late consolation through Williot Swedberg, but it did little to change the outcome as Freiburg cruised through.

Having already broken new ground by reaching the quarter-finals, Freiburg now advance to their first-ever European semi-final, where they will face either Real Betis or Sporting Braga.

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Ousmane Dembélé Hits Brace as Paris Saint-Germain Knock Out Liverpool from UCL

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April 14, 2026

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Ousmane Dembélé Hits Brace as Paris Saint-Germain Knock Out Liverpool from UCL—-Ousmane Dembélé starred with a brace as Paris Saint-Germain secured a 2-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield, sealing a dominant 4-0 aggregate win to reach the UEFA Champions League semi-finals.

The French forward proved decisive on the night, scoring twice to end Liverpool’s European campaign and send the defending champions into the last four for a third consecutive season.

Liverpool’s night was further marred by a serious injury to Hugo Ekitiké, who was forced off in the first half with what appeared to be a severe leg issue, raising concerns over his availability for the remainder of the season.

Manager Arne Slot made bold selection calls, leaving Mohamed Salah on the bench initially, though the forward was introduced early following Ekitiké’s injury and nearly made an instant impact.

Despite flashes of pressure from Liverpool, PSG remained composed and dangerous on the counter. Dembélé broke the deadlock in the second half with a fine curling effort before adding a second in stoppage time from a Bradley Barcola assist.

Liverpool’s hopes of a comeback were also dashed when a penalty awarded for a challenge on Alexis Mac Allister was overturned following a VAR review.

The defeat confirms a disappointing end to Liverpool’s European campaign, while PSG continue their title defence and will face either Bayern Munich or Real Madrid in the semi-finals.

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