"Dembélé must make a difference, be more consistent and score more goals. Pjanic has a unique vision and there are not many players who see the game with their first touch" analysed the coach

Xavi acknowledged that Barça did not play their best game in the draw against Juventus (2-2), but he was happy with what he saw. "We were more stagnant than usual, but I attribute it to the lack of rhythm, the heat and the very dry pitch. In the first half, we suffered a bit, because the wingers were forced to defend more inside, but I leave with a good feeling. We are on the right track."

That said, the Barça coach wanted to downplay the euphoria that has been culminating, especially after the victory against Real Madrid: "Who said we are the best team in Europe? We have no euphoria or debate, we have to be balanced emotionally. We are on the right track, but we have to be very humble and continue to work hard".

The coach highlighted the performance of Ousmane Dembélé, decisive with his two goals. "He has shown what he is capable of, making a difference from the right flank with one-on-two actions. He is a different player, special and gives us a lot. He must make a difference, be more consistent, and score more goals. I don't know the Dembélé of the past, but since I arrived I see him happy and he always tells me that he is committed to the project. I've seen him like that since November, that's why I insisted so much on him staying".

Xavi also praised Lewandowski's contribution. "He helps us a lot with his work and his pressing. The goals will come because he has scored them throughout his career. He is a player with an extraordinary ability for us and he is going to help us a lot.

Xavi gave his insight on Pjanic's game as well, the Bosnian's first in this preseason. "I liked him a lot. He gives us a lot with the ball, he has found the inside players very well, and he has a unique vision of the game in general, there are not many who see the game with the first touch. He always looks forward, always looking for the number nine. He had a great game."

Xavi clarified that Sergi Roberto's change was not the result of any physical problem. "It was agreed that he would come off after 30 minutes and I preferred to start him because he lacked intensity. The change was not because he was injured". About his substitute, Dest, he said: "He has been good, he improves well. He is an important project for the future".