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Xavi Hernandez not welcome at Barcelona Legends game after interview

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 7:45 AM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Xavi Hernandez not welcome at Barcelona Legends game after interview

Summary

Barcelona reportedly informed Xavi Hernandez that he was 'not welcome' at the recent Legends game held in Seoul. This decision follows an explosive interview he gave during the club’s presidential election campaign, where he criticized Alejandro Echevarría, a key figure in the club’s management. Xavi has participated in Legends games since retiring, but his absence sparked speculation about tensions between him and the club. The exclusion is not expected to be permanent, with hopes for resolution in the future.

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•Xavi was absent from Barcelona's recent Legends game in Seoul.
•Barcelona cited Xavi's explosive interview as the reason for his exclusion.
•He criticized Alejandro Echevarría, impacting squad decisions for Legends matches.
•The ban on Xavi’s involvement may not last indefinitely.

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