The Real Reason We Lost To Manchester United – Xavi

Barcelona manager, Xavi, has attributed his team’s 2-1 loss to Manchester United in the Europa League to “small details”. The Catalan giants traveled to Old Trafford for the second leg of their Europa League Round of 32 tie, with the aggregate score at 2-2 after the first leg.

Barcelona started the game brightly, taking the lead through a penalty kick converted by Robert Lewandowski. However, United mounted a comeback and secured victory with goals from Fred and Antony.

Speaking to reporters after the match, Xavi acknowledged that his team had competed well, but ultimately lost out due to minor errors against Manchester United.

He said:

“Last season, it was impossible to compete. This season was different. We competed well, but the small details make the difference. We have to learn from our mistakes and be ready for next season.”

The defeat to Manchester United has dealt a blow to Barcelona’s hopes of European success this season. The Catalan giants will now shift their focus back to domestic competition, with a LaLiga fixture against Almeria scheduled for Sunday, followed by a Copa del Rey semi-final against bitter rivals Real Madrid on Thursday.

Barcelona will be hoping to learn from their mistakes in the Europa League and put in improved performances in the upcoming fixtures. Despite the disappointment of the defeat to Manchester United, the Catalan club still has a lot to play for this season, and they will be determined to bounce back strongly in the remainder of the campaign.