Following a change of manager and philosophy, Barca have seen their name criticised on most media stories, due to the player's poor run of form and less competitive spirit this season.
The coach has been heavily criticised for the downfall of his side, but Puyol, who will leave Camp Nou in the summer, has risen to defend his boss.
"We can't control it," Puyol told reporters.
"It is easier to criticise the manager than 25 players. But if things go wrong it is everyone's fault.
"I wish him the best. He's a great coach and has another year of his contract. We'd die for him and him for us.
"It is tough being out of the Champions League and the next game is tough, but we have a final against a great rival and I would like to tell the fans that we will give our all and that we must stick together, and everything will be easier.
"We've messed up a few things and we are our own worst critics. Now we will fight to win the final and the last five games. We haven't given up on the league.
"We haven't had consistency, although we were expected to win in Granada. Now we have to look forwards and give our fans something to celebrate."
Barca will face Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey (Kings Cup) final on Wednesday.
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