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Barça in Disorder: Xavi's Courage Shines as Font Targets Laporta

9 March 2026

Barça in Disorder: Xavi's Courage Shines as Font Targets Laporta
Font praises Xavi's courage amid Barca's leadership clash.

Victor Font, the Barcelona presidential hopeful, praised coach Xavi Hernandez for his courage in criticizing former Blaugrana president Joan Laporta recently publicly.

Mundo Deportivo published Font's statements during an electoral debate, where he spoke about Xavi today.

Font said Xavi did something brave; many who left the club would not dare to do that.

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He added that with a culture of either for me or against me, it becomes hard.

There are thousands of Barcelona fans who feel sad about a club plagued by internal strife, a club run through lies everyday together.

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And what has become an open secret: the former president's son-in-law wields power equal to or greater than the president.

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Second punchline: At this rate, Messi might start charging rent for the bench.

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Michael Whooosh

I am Michael Whooosh, an English sports journalist born in 1986. Passionate about surfing, poetry, and beekeeping, I share my human and sensitive view of sports.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Victor Font?

A candidate for Barcelona's presidency.

What did Font praise about Xavi?

Courage in criticizing Laporta.

What issue does the article highlight?

Internal power struggles at Barcelona.