Barcelona coach Xavi was happy with their freindly against Club America in Dallas.

Barca lost 3-2 on Thursday, with Xavi insisting it was a valuable experience for his young players.

He said, "Today we played a great game. Both Club América and Barça generated great chances. Many young players played with us, that is positive. Our starters were tired, yesterday they played against Almería and today some players were tired.

"There are 16, 17 and 18 year old players who are not yet ready but have to be with us in the first team due to the situation of the club.

"It's early for them, but we are in this difficult situation.

"This type of match is positive for Barcelona. The club is in a situation in which we have to adapt, in the end we offer ourselves to the United States fans. They always welcome us with love."