LaLiga has tightened again after the latest results. The truth is that the teams at the top can't relax. Real Madrid has taken advantage of Barça's slump—they only picked up one point from the last nine—to dangerously close in the LaLiga standings. The pressure has now moved to Camp Nou, while the Whites, now at a comeback, are positioned as firm contenders for the top spot.
Barça's Slump and Juanma Rodríguez's Tweet
Barça is having a season full of ups and downs, with an increasingly irregular performance that has shaken initial expectations. The fall of Hansi Flick's team, which initially seemed solid, has been noticeable in recent times. The loss of points has put the team in a difficult position. Following these results, several journalists and commentators have spoken about Barça's situation. One of those who hasn't hesitated to jump into the fray is Juanma Rodríguez.
The journalisti is known for his sharp opinions and direct style. This time he used his X account to send a clear message about the current situation of the Catalonian club. Juanma Rodríguez compared the fall of Xavi Hernández to that of Hansi Flick, saying: "The other one vanished in a year and a half, this one in six months." This way, Juanma Rodríguez was referring to the fact that Xavi's process of decline was longer, while Flick seems to have lost his way more quickly.
Rodríguez's Criticism and the comparison between Xavi and Flick
Juanma Rodríguez is no stranger to criticism of the work of coaches. On this occasion, he didn't miss the opportunity to point out the situation of the German coach. For many, the comparison between the two coaches is somewhat provocative, since Xavi, in his first year as coach at Barça, established a more solid base. In the case of Hansi Flick, the criticism is more acute, since his arrival at the Catalonian club hasn't managed to bring the expected results.
With his message, Juanma Rodríguez underlines a reality: Big clubs like Barça cannot afford to slip up on this scale, especially when expectations were high. Flick's time in office could be at risk if the team doesn't improve quickly. In the case of Xavi Hernández, his project seemed solid at the beginning but the lack of consistency has put his continuity in doubt.