"Barcelona's Champions League Loss Puts Xavi's Future in Jeopardy"

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Barcelona's loss to Royal Antwerp in the Champions League group stage finale highlights the club's dire financial situation and raises questions about manager Xavi's leadership. The decision to rotate the squad and leave out key players initially caused tension within the club, with conflicting explanations from Xavi and sporting director Deco. Barcelona's lackluster performance and poor results in recent matches have led to concerns about the team's playing style and Xavi's future as manager. Despite securing a spot in the knockout rounds, Barcelona's financial struggles and underwhelming performances have created uncertainty for the club.
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