There may have been some tension between Xavi Hernandez and Luis Enrique heading into Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final clash between their respective teams, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, but if there was, they didn't could not show the pre-match at the Parc des Prìncipi.
On Tuesday, Lucho stated that his PSG side is more in tune with the “Barca DNA”.” that Xavi's Barcelona team, which caused a stir. However, when the two came face to face before the first leg match 24 hours later, they shared a warm embrace, which was captured by the rooms.
Luis Enrique and Xavi understand the game.pic.twitter.com/Tl1qNfQacg
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The pair certainly have a lot of love for each other, having been together for that treble-winning season in 2014-25 – Lucho as manager, Xavi as captain.
On this occasion, it was Xavi's Barcelona who prevailed, winning 3-2 at the Parc des Princes, and set themselves up well to secure a place in the semi-finals next week. However, Luis Enrique will surely prepare his PSG team for a big reaction at the Olympic Stadium in Montjuic.
