Champions League: Why Barcelona lost to Shakhtar Donetsk – Xavi

<p>Barcelona boss, Xavi Hernandez, has explained why his team lost 1-0 against Shakhtar Donetsk in Tuesday’s Champions League tie.</p>, <p>Xavi watched as a first half goal from Danylo Sikan gave Shakhtar Donetsk the victory over Barcelona at Volksparkstadion.</p>, <p>Xavi’s side only managed one shot on target as compared to Shakhtar Donetsk’s four.</p>, <p>Reacting after the game, Xavi said that Barcelona did not play a good game against the host.</p>, <p>According to him, his team made a big mistake against Shakhtar Donetsk.</p>, <p>The Spaniard told the media (h/t BarcaBlaugranes): “We have not played a good game. Nothing has gone as planned.</p>, <p>“We wanted to confirm the classification but it is a clear step backwards. The Champions League demands the highest level but we have not found it. We are angry.</p>, <p>“We could not fail and we have failed. It’s a big mistake on our part.”</p>, <p>Barcelona still top Group H with nine points from four matches.</p>