28.11.2007 20:46
Xavi stresses change in attitude
Jesús Carrillo
Xavi Hernández was well pleased with Barca’s progress into the UCL knock out when he spoke to reporters at the Nou Camp this morning and he insisted that the positive mentality of the squad had been key in the recent run of fine form.
The Catalan midfielder commented: “since the Getafe game our attitude has really improved,
we’ve rolled up our sleeves and got down to work and are going out to win right from the
start. We’re much more positive now”.
Saturday’s derby
Looking forward to this weekend’s derby game, Xavi admitted:
“Espanyol have a great group of players and a manager who, like us, enjoys flowing
football”. There’s also the matter of revenge for last year’s defeat and Xavi
reckons: “we’re really up for beating them this time around”.
Marc Ingla, Edmilson and Ronaldinho
Xavi also dealt with a number of issues which have been surrounding the team, firstly
commenting on the presence of new Sporting Director Marc Ingla: “he told us here was here to
help and just like us, he was after the best for the team and for the club”. Edmilson’s
recent declarations were also brought up, but Xavi insisted: “that’s something which is
done and dusted and sorted out amongst the squad”.
Finally, Xavi assured the media that Ronaldinho had reacted well to his sitting on the bench
on Tuesday: “he took it well – it’s just part of football and I think the best
thing would be to give him some space. He really reacted well and if the boss takes that decision
then that’s all there is to it”.