Barcelona’s Gavi sends a strong message to Real Madrid: “They haven’t won anything”
Midfielder boasts about Barça’s dominance in recent Clásicos, reigniting rivalry ahead of new season
In a bold and provocative statement, Barcelona midfielder Gavi has reignited tensions between Spain’s two footballing giants by claiming that Real Madrid “haven’t won anything.” The comments, made during an interview with Spanish daily AS, have stirred controversy among Los Blancos supporters and added extra fire ahead of the new season.
The young Spaniard, known for his tenacity and confidence, referenced Barcelona’s clean sweep in four encounters against Real Madrid last season a rare and historic feat. “Of course Real Madrid is worried,” Gavi said. “We’ve won four out of four derbies. It’s logical that they’re worried. Last season, we were spectacular, and they didn’t win anything.”
Barcelona’s Dominance and Title Haul
Last season, under the leadership of incoming manager Hansi Flick, Barcelona claimed three major trophies: La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup finishing ahead of Real Madrid in all three competitions. The Catalan side’s dominance over their fierce rivals was underscored by four straight wins in head-to-head clashes.
Real Madrid’s Transfer Moves Not Enough, Says Gavi
Despite Real Madrid’s aggressive transfer campaign, including the signings of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen, Gavi remains confident in Barça’s superiority.
“They’ve signed some very good players, but we’ll see what they do this season,” Gavi said. “They have a great team, but we have to be ourselves that’s it.”
Gavi’s comments have already begun to circulate widely on Spanish sports media, generating mixed reactions among fans and analysts.
Upcoming Fixtures Ahead of La Liga Opener
Both clubs are preparing for their final pre-season matches before La Liga kicks off. Real Madrid faces WSG Tirol on Tuesday (12 August), with manager Xabi Alonso expected to field a rotated squad. Meanwhile, Barcelona will take on Daegu FC in South Korea, followed by the Joan Gamper Trophy clash against Como FC in Spain.
Barcelona begins their title defense against Mallorca, while Real Madrid opens the campaign against Osasuna.
