'I take this into account': Xavi explains starting Pau Cubarsi v Cadiz

"I take into account that he [Cubarsi] is a player with fewer games played [this season] than the rest. He is less fatigued," Xavi has told the media, explaining why he put 17-year-old Pau Cubarsi in his starting eleven against Cadiz.

Many Barca fans were surprised to see Cubarsi start on Saturday. The teenager plays almost every match these days and barely gets any time to rest.

Xavi's move paid off as the centre-back was crucial at the back once again, saving the Catalans multiple times during the game.

Barcelona take on Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League already on Tuesday, April 16.