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Barcelona President Joins Firestorm Over Xavi's Messi Claims, Blames Ex-Coach for Losing
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Joan Laporta has publicly condemned former coach and presidential candidate Xavi Hernandez after the latter accused him of keeping Lionel Messi at Camp Nou to win titles while his own tenure ended in failure; during a heated debate on Mar 09, Laparta expressed deep offense over these remarks by stating that "with the same players," he would have lost where Flick won.
Key Points
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1Barcelona presidential candidate Joan Laparta has publicly responded to former coach Xavi Hernandez, accusing him of lying about Lionel Messi's departure.
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2Laporta stated that if he had kept the same players as his predecessor (Xavier Hernández), both Flick and himself would have won championships while losing none.
Developments
[Mar 09, 11:13]
Joan Laporta responded to Xavi Hernandez's accusations of lying regarding Lionel Messi during a debate with electoral rival Víctor Font on Record.pt and Okdiario.
[Mar 09, 11:06]
'Footmundo.co.uk' reported that Laporta called Xavi 'loser', noting tensions are rising ahead of presidential elections scheduled for March 24th (or the date mentioned in Croatian text as April).
[Mar 09, 10:57]
Net.hr reported Laporta revealed why he received his firing and that Flick wins with same players.