Xavi wary of Napoli under new coach

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez says preparing for Wednesday’s Champions League last 16 tie against Napoli has proved tricky with the Italians now under new management.

Struggling Napoli sacked Walter Mazzarri and brought in Slovakia coach Francesco Calzona on Monday, 48 hours before they host Barcelona.

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“Napoli changed their coach in a surprising way, they have their reasons, but it’s not an easy match to prepare for, as we don’t know what to expect,” Xavi told the eve-of-match press conference on Tuesday.

He added: “The new manager knows the team well. I have no idea what tactical system he’s going to use.”