In a dramatic turn of events, FC Barcelona's rising star Gavi has publicly criticized teammate Jules Kounde following a critical error that contributed to the team's collapse in their recent La Liga match against Celta Vigo. The match at Balaidos initially seemed to be under control for the Catalan side, as they held a comfortable 2-0 lead with just ten minutes remaining.

However, everything shifted rapidly due to a series of unfortunate incidents that left manager Hansi Flick furious. The first blow came when Marc Casado received a second yellow card and was sent off, drastically altering the dynamics of the match. What followed was a costly mistake from Kounde, allowing Celta to score a consolation goal that ignited their comeback. Moments later, Hugo Alvarez equalized, stealing a point for the hosts in a heartbreaking finish for Barcelona.

In the post-match analysis, Gavi didn't mince words as he addressed the media on DAZN Espana. "We had the game under control, but the sending off affected us a lot. They scored against us on two specific plays, and we have to learn from that," he asserted. Highlighting the importance of concentration, Gavi emphasized that lapses like these could lead to undoing against any opposing team.

"The first goal was silly; you have to clear it there," he said, directly pointing out Kounde's mistake. Despite the disappointment, Gavi remained optimistic about learning from the experience. "We did what we could, but if you're not focused, what happens happens," he added.

Gavi's personal milestone of returning to the pitch following a year-long recovery from an ACL injury was overshadowed by the team's inability to secure a win. "The important thing today was the three points, and it wasn't to be," he lamented after the match.

On the other hand, Kounde showed accountability by addressing his own performance. He acknowledged his error, stating, "I didn’t play a good game from the start, and I made a mistake. That mistake hurt us." Kounde echoed Gavi's sentiments about the lack of concentration and urged his teammates to unite in the aftermath. "When things go well, it's very easy, but now is when the character of the team is shown."

Looking ahead, Barcelona faces crucial fixtures with Champions League and La Liga matches against Brest and Las Palmas, where they'll aim to bounce back from this disappointing draw. As fans await their response on the pitch, the pressures of performing in high-stakes situations continue to mount for the Catalan giants. Will they rise to the occasion, or will blunders like these haunt them as the season progresses? Only time will tell.