Barça coach Xavi defended Joao Félix, criticized for celebrating his goal against Atlético Madrid on Sunday.
Joao Félix celebrated his goal ostentatiously during the Barça-Atlético Madrid match (1-0) this Sunday. Saving scorer last Tuesday against Porto (2-1) in the Champions League, the Portuguese striker did it again by scoring the only goal of the match for the reception of the Colchoneros at the Camp Nou, as part of the 15th day of La Liga. And the former Benfica player was quick to celebrate his achievement against his former club.
Indeed, after scoring, Joao Félix ran towards the corner of the Matelassiers supporters, celebrating with his arms crossed standing on the advertising boards. Which earned him some criticism, but not from his trainer Xavi, satisfied to see the motivation of the native of Viseu, determined to prove his worth.
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“His celebration? You have to ask him. He needs to prove himself and that’s where the reaction comes from, we must take advantage of the need he has to show his football, explained the former Catalan metronome to the media. It’s positive that he’s vengeful, happy and makes the difference against his former team.”
As a reminder, Joao Félix, who is currently on loan (without purchase option) for one season at FC Barcelona, is still linked to the Madrid club until June 2029.
