FC Barcelona’s First Team Strikes a Pose: Official Photo Unveiled with Xavi’s Big Goal Against Napoli
The FC Barcelona first-team players, coaching staff, and even those sidelined with injuries, including Balde and Gavi, gathered at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper for the traditional official photo alongside President Joan Laporta. The snapshot captured a classic moment for the club, showcasing unity and team spirit.
This gathering comes just a few weeks after Xavi announced that he won’t be the team’s coach for the next season, despite informal requests from certain board members to reconsider. The official photo session becomes a poignant moment in the context of Xavi’s impending departure.
The photo, a customary event in the club’s calendar, featured some intriguing details. Particularly noteworthy was Raphinha’s nod to Piqué, Neymar, and Ronaldinho. Raphinha replicated a distinctive hand gesture in the shape of an oval, reminiscent of the one previously done by the mentioned trio. Ronaldinho was the first to make this gesture, followed by Neymar, and Gerard Piqué emulated it a couple of years ago. While the exact meaning remains unknown, the vintage-style gesture adds an interesting touch to the official photo.
