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The Intensity Of Arsenal Was Not Normal – Xavi Attacks Arteta

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The Intensity Of Arsenal Was Not Normal - Xavi Attacks Arteta

Xavi Hernandez has told Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta that he was surprised with the intensity the English club used to approach Barcelona in a preseason friendly.

AllSportsNews recalls that Arsenal defeated Barcelona 5-3.

Reacting to the defaet, Xavi said “The intensity of Arsenal was not normal. Lots of fouls for a friendly game.”

“I understand that everyone wants to win, but I told Arteta that it looked like a Champions League match. The intensity that they put was too high.”

“They’ve already played more games. This is our first one. We saw positive signs against a more prepared opponent.”

“Arsenal deserved the win. Speed and fitness were the main difference. With the ball we were good, but we were bad in defence.”

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