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 manager Xavi Hernandez said after his side's 4-2 win over Betis that they should "have taken the lead much earlier" but that it was a great win as they played in a stadium where "no one had won this season, with young players".
"We were very good, with the game under control. We dominated a lot and it got complicated for us because Inaki and Araujo didn't get on the same page with a rebound. That goal made us tense, the equaliser came quickly and then we went back to dominating," he told reporters on Sunday.
The Catalan coach also spoke about the controversial refereeing of Real Madrid's victory over Almeria in La Liga: "I agree with Garitano. If we give our opinion, we will be sanctioned. I already said in Getafe that it was going to be very difficult to win this La Liga title."
He pointed out that "people will have enjoyed the four goals, three by Ferran, and because the team worked hard", although he acknowledged that "it's not a rounded game" because they conceded two goals but it's "a great game".
"I spoke to him [Ferran Torres] in the summer, he sent me a spectacular message, he was ready to succeed and that's how it is. He's one of the players with the most mental strength, he's earned it and I'm very happy for him", he said.
Moreover, he said that "Cubarsi is a very capable player as "he doesn't look 16 years old, he is very focused, responsible, with personality".
"I don't think he hasn't lost a single ball, I think he's going to mark an era, like Lamine, who is 16. We are still building and when you talk to them you realise how mature they are. They are the present and the future of the club," he said.
Finally, Xavi was full of praise for Isco: "He's been at an extraordinary level. I think he's happy. I see
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