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 boss Xavi Hernandez is confident on Raphinha’s fitness to face Napoli in a key UEFA Champions League clash on March 12.
Barcelona drew 1-1 away in Naples in their quarter final first leg last month and the tie is evenly balanced ahead of the return tie.
With Barcelona’s La Liga objectives now focused on a top four finish Xavi Hernandez rotated his team for the 1-0 win over Mallorca.
Despite struggling for momentum in Catalonia, Barcelona eventually got over the line to victory, as Napoli were held by Torino.
Alongside the performance, Xavi was also concerned by a first half injury to Raphinha, but the former Spanish international is confident it is not a serious concern.
“Today was difficult. There are blows, but no injuries. According to what the medics tell me, there are no new injuries and everyone will be there on Tuesday”, as per reports from Diario AS.
Xavi will rotate again for the arrival of Napoli with Raphinha potentially moved forward into attack and Oriol Romeu coming into midfield as his replacement.
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