“I didn’t like it when they changed it either.”

Javi Hernandez was pleased to see his side play with the intensity required to beat Real Sociedad in Montjuic. It was a strange match, scheduled for a Monday, away from the weekend, but an important one for the Blaugrana, who They needed a win to regain second place after a last-minute effort saw Girona draw in Vitoria last Friday..

The Egarense coach began by praising Imano Alguacil, whom he admires: “He always makes it difficult for us, he has a lot of qualities, I think he’s a fantastic coach, we didn’t expect an A.” For this reason, Xavi was pleased with “a very important victory that allows us to regain second position. We’re happy because I think overall we played a good game.” As for the penalty that decided the match, he didn’t hide it.”I was surprised that he then awarded a penalty. I complained about Fermin, but VAR has these things, I didn’t expect them to whistle at that moment“.

Lewandowski’s anger

Xavi advocated replacing the Polish striker, explaining that “we need to press high again to keep Real from leaving their pitch. And we have Ferran and Fermin. We were pressing from the inside and we needed strength.” In addition, “there are also games on Thursday and Sunday, which is a lot of work.” Despite everything, he understands that”Robert did a very good job and I understand his anger, I didn’t like being changed either.“.