Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez has spoken about the influence of manager Xavi Hernandez ahead of the team's upcoming La Liga clash against Atletico Madrid. Lopez acknowledged that Atletico "hurt us last season," referencing the defeats suffered in the previous campaign.
The comments came on November 7, 2026, as Barcelona prepare for the high-stakes encounter at the Metropolitano Stadium. Lopez emphasized the importance of the match and the need to learn from past setbacks.
