Xavi ‘feels calmer’ when Pedri and De Jong are enjoying


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Huge reward from the supervisor

Barcelona coach Xavi praised midfield duo Pedri and Frenkie de Jong after the 2 gamers returned from harm in opposition to Atletico Madrid.


Each gamers featured within the 1-0 win over Diego Simeone’s aspect that restores Barca’s 11-point lead on the prime of the desk and will get the workforce again on monitor after two goalless attracts.


Xavi spoke in regards to the midfielders after the win and made it clear he’s happier when each are in motion for Barcelona.


“Frenkie de Jong has been very comfortable, Pedri changes the face of the team when he comes on, I feel more calm when Frenkie and Pedri are there,” he mentioned.


Xavi additionally had reward for his defence after seeing the backline preserve yet one more clear sheet.


“It surprises us, it is not normal to have nine goals conceded in 30 games. It shows that we do a good job in defense,” he added.


“I am happy for the individual and collective work. It will give us a lot now and in the future.”


Barcelona now flip their ideas to a visit to Rayo Vallecano on Wednesday in La Liga.

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