Xavi, a World Cup winner with Spain, Xavi's tactical acumen and commitment to possession-based play left an indelible mark on the game. The midfielder maestro played official matches for Barcelona, scoring 85 goals. Privacy Policy Feedback. Xavi News and Updates Xavi, a World Cup winner with Spain, Xavi's tactical acumen and commitment to possession-based play left an indelible mark on the game. Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit brutally snubbed two huge names when naming his best XI of former teammates.
He is remembered for being one of the best defensive midfielders of his generation, having represented Monaco, Arsenal, Barcelona and Chelsea during his illustrious career. Scholes was a key cog in two Champions League-winning sides under Alex Ferguson and is the top-scoring midfielder in its history with 25 strikes, including a belter against Barcelona in Yamal was announced as the winner of the Kopa Trophy at Monday's Ballon d'Or award ceremony in Paris, but reportedly could have been playing in the French capital had it not been for Xavi.
Ten Hag was sacked as Red Devils' boss on Monday morning after two-and-a-half years at the helm, though speculation has been rife for months over his future at the club. Piers Morgan inset mocked Erik ten Hag left after the Dutchman was finally sacked as Manchester United manager on Monday following a dismal run of results.
Nuria Cunillera shared an Instagram snap of Xavi sat at the family table with son Dan, five, and daughter Asia, eight - and the former was decked out in an old United strip. Twice - as is happening at Old Trafford - and it begins to feel terminal. Pep Guardiola once told a young Xavi 'you will retire me' at Barcelona.
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That prophecy could soon be reignited with another layer of meaning. Xavi led Barcelona to the LaLiga title in but that will come as little reassurance to one player, who was once on the receiving end of some criticism from the Spaniard.
