In Catalonia, they’re confident: Xavi knows how to beat Napoli

Catalan reaction to the Champions League draw between Barcelona and Napoli has been marked by cautious optimism, despite a less than brilliant moment for the Blaugrana. Barcelona will be the next team to face Napoli in the Champions League.

Sources from Sport, a well known outlet in Catalunya, suggest that Barca’s coach, Xavi, definitely knows how to overcome Napoli. This refers back to the 2021/22 season when he successfully guided his team to a victory against the Italian side in the Europa League.

Mundo Deportivo’s commentary also seemed cautiously optimistic about the forthcoming showdowns between Italy and Spain. The draw isn’t just affecting Barcelona and Napoli, but Atletico Madrid and Inter too. Nevertheless, the term “relative fortune” was used, possibly indicating a belief in even-handed opportunities for all teams involved.