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Barcelona Bid Farewell to Xavi at Seville in Final La Liga Match of the Season

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In a momentous final La Liga match of the season, Barcelona bid farewell to their legendary midfielder turned head coach, Xavi Hernández, at the Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán in Seville. The clash against longtime rivals Sevilla marked an emotional send-off for Xavi, who announced his departure from the coaching role earlier in the year.

The iconic stadium in the heart of Andalusia played host to the encounter, as Barcelona, already securing second place in the league, sought to end the season on a high note. The visiting team’s lineup included key players such as Ter Stegen, Pedri, Yamal, and Lewandowski, all eager to give Xavi a fitting farewell on the pitch.

On the opposing side, Sevilla, under the guidance of manager Quique Sanchez Flores, aimed to salvage an otherwise disappointing season with a strong performance on their home turf. The likes of Nyland, Badé, Ramos, and Soumaré featured in the starting XI for the hosts, bracing themselves for a challenging battle against the Blaugrana.

The referee for this momentous occasion was Javier Iglesias Villanueva, tasked with overseeing the final showdown between these historic Spanish clubs. As the two teams took to the field, the stage was set for an intense and thrilling encounter, with Xavi’s impending departure adding an extra layer of significance to the match.

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