Brazilian legend Rivaldo commented on Barcelona\u2019s performance this season under Hansi Flick. He praised the players\u2019 significant improvement and expressed confidence that the team could reclaim top honors, whether in La Liga or the Champions League.<\/p>\n
In an interview with the Catalan newspaper \u201cMundo Deportivo,\u201d Rivaldo criticized Xavi Hernandez for not adequately supporting his fellow countryman at the club. He specifically discussed Rafinha\u2019s training experiences under both coaches, noting the notable progress the player made under Flick compared to his time with Xavi.<\/p>\n
Regarding Rafinha, Rivaldo expressed his happiness with the player\u2019s performance this season, noting a significant boost in his confidence. He stated, \u201cWhen you trust your coach, your confidence grows.\u201d<\/p>\n
He criticized Xavi, saying, \u201cXavi almost completely stifled him. He didn\u2019t instill much confidence and often kept him on the bench or substituted him, making things difficult.\u201d Rivaldo emphasized that now Rafinha enjoys the coach\u2019s trust, making his game much easier.<\/p>\n
He added, \u201cRafinha has the potential to achieve great things for the club. He can serve as an example for Barcelona fans. He has quality, a powerful shot, and a passion for scoring goals. I believe he will make a significant impact, and in my view, he\u2019s currently the best in Europe.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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