If there were comparisons drawn between Xavi and Arthur, looking at the latter's style of play, that's just going to increase much fold after what he did for the second goal against Sevilla. That assist for Rakitic's goal made you feel like Xavi is still playing in the midfield, and that's a nice feeling to have.
FC Barcelona produced one hell of a come back for the second time in as much as rounds in this year's Copa del Rey cup. Barcelona kept it's hunt for 5th consecutive Copa del Rey title on track when they overturned a 2-0 first-leg deficit with a marvelous 6-1 victory at home. Coutinho who was much criticized scored two crucial goals and Saurez, Rakitic, Roberto and Messi completed the scoreline for Barcelona. Despite the big scoreline, it wasn't all smooth sailing and Barca definitely need to thank Cilissen for pulling out a brilliant save off Banega penalty at a crucial juncture in the match.
Valverde announced the strongest squad for the second leg clash against Sevilla in the Copa Del Rey 2018-19. Defending Champions, Barcelona are at the verge of elimination after losing 2-0 in the first leg. Messi and company have to produce one heck of a come back to progress to next round and keep alive the hope of winning five successive Copa Del Rey Championship.
Barcelona kept their winning streak in La Liga with a 2-0 victory against Girona away from home. It was once again a tough match and Barcelona did enough to secure victory against all the odds.
Defending Champions FC Barcelona have found themselves at the verge of an early exit from Copa Del Rey after going down 2-0 against Sevilla away from Home. A much-changed side, with many players, rested put out a display which cannot inspire anyone and Sevilla emerged as the deserved winner. The two-goal deficit presents a huge challenge for the team when they meet again in a week's time.
Enjoy the Highlights from Barcelona's 2-0 defeat to Sevilla below:
