Xavi Hernandez - a legend of world football, a Spanish player who became one of the most influential and technically gifted players of his generation. He was born on January 25, 1980, in Terrassa, Spain, and displayed his football talent from a young age. Xavi became renowned for his outstanding passing skills and ball control. He possessed a unique ability to control the game on the field, distribute passes, and create attacks for his team.
He began his professional career in 1998, joining the youth team of Barcelona. Over time, he became an integral part of Barcelona's main squad and a product of the legendary La Masia academy. He spent 17 years at FC Barcelona, eventually becoming its captain and one of the main inspirations behind the "tiki-taka" style of play.
Xavi helped Barcelona win numerous domestic and international trophies, including 8 La Liga titles and 4 UEFA Champions League titles. He became the heart and soul of the team, and his on-field leadership was invaluable to Barcelona's success during that period. Xavi is also a key figure for the Spanish national team. With the national squad, he won the FIFA World Cup in 2010 and the UEFA European Championship in 2008 and 2012.
His intellectual approach to the game and his ability to create opportunities for his teammates made him an irreplaceable player for the national team. After leaving Barcelona in 2015, Xavi moved to Qatari club Al-Sadd, where he continued to showcase his skills and leadership. He helped the team win several national titles and became a symbol of football development in Qatar.
In addition to his playing career, Xavi has shown an interest in coaching. He has completed coaching courses and expressed a desire to one day manage his former team, Barcelona. Xavi Hernandez is not only a player of exceptional class but also a symbol of virtuosity, game reading ability, and leadership on the field. His style and contribution to world football will be remembered by generations of fans.
Barcelona are almost at full strength for Saturday’s clash with Real Betis. However, they are without Ronald Araujo and Pedri (injury) while Fermin Lopez is also unavailable after being sent off for Barca Atletic last weekend.
Pedri and Fermin’s absence has opened the door for Marc Casado and Unai Hernandez, who have both been included in Barcelona’s matchday squad by head coach Xavi Hernandez. Neither player has yet to make their La Liga debut for the Catalans.
If either player comes on against Betis, they will become the first Barcelona to make their league debut at the Olympic Stadium in Montjuic since the club making the stadium its temporary home, with the Spotify Camp Nou currently undergoing renovation.
As per MD, they would also emulate Lionel Messi in making their Barcelona first team debut at the stadium, although the Argentine did so when Espanyol were vacated there.
Casado and Hernandez are both highly-rated with Barcelona and by Xavi especially, so they is a decent chance that they can debut against Betis, although it will depend on the circumstances of the game.
Read on football-espana.net