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.
A tough match for Barcelona against a Mallorca side that didn't make it easy for them. Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez analysed the narrow win in the press room and in statements to 'DAZN' and these were his conclusions:
"I think that's the tone of the whole season. Effectiveness makes for a tough game. They work very well. It was hard for us, we missed the penalty that would have changed the game. We competed well, we created clear chances to win more than 1-0. But we won, three points, welcome," he said.
He was also full of praise for Cubarsi after his great game: "Cubarsi is intelligent. He knows when to crash and when not to crash. He hasn't lost a single duel. Spectacular. Both Lamine with the goal and Pau's hierarchy, the pause, generating from the back... he doesn't look 17 years old".
He concluded on 'DAZN' with a light-hearted look ahead to Tuesday's game against Napoli: "I'm always optimistic despite the situation we're in. Today this victory gives us morale and confidence. It doesn't seem like it's important, but it is. We need the fans for Tuesday's game.
Later, Xavi continued with his analysis in the press room: "The defensive feeling is very good. They've generated very little from us in recent games. I think the veterans were also very good today. Cubarsi is differential and plays with a veteran hierarchy. Calmly, waiting... today he had two towers in front of him. He didn't lose a duel. Spectacular. Lamine, without playing his best game of the season, makes the difference. They are players who make a difference".
But the Spanish coach drew attention to the comparisons between Lamine Yamal and Messi: "It doesn't benefit anyone to be compared to Messi. He is the best in history. It's true that there are
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