‘I understand why people don’t watch La Liga’ – Xavi blasts refereeing decisions after seeing red alongside Raphinha in fiery Barcelona draw with Getafe
In a shocking attack on La Liga president Javier Tebas, Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez claimed that the state of La Liga is nothing but a disgrace.
- Barca draw 0-0 against Getafe
- Xavi sent off for dissent
- Calls out La Liga president
WHAT HAPPENED? The outburst followed Barcelona’s mediocre goalless draw with Getafe in the league opener. Three red cards were issued by the referee during the game, which enraged Xavi and made him extremely hostile.
WHAT’S MORE? Getafe’s use of a tough and frequently violent style of play was tolerated by referee Cesar Soto Grado, effectively disrupting the game and upsetting both players and spectators. A potential late penalty for Barcelona was disallowed as a result of a contentious handball incident involving Gavi, and Xavi’s annoyance reached boiling point as he was sent out for dissent.
WHAT THEY SAID: Xavi said in the post match conference: “If this match is La Liga’s product, it’s an absolute embarrassment. I understand why people don’t watch our football.
