Xavi

Born: January 25, 1980

Height: 5' 6.5" (170cm)
Weight: 10st 8lb (67kg)

Hometown: Terrassa, Spain
Nationality: Spain Spanish

Position: Central midfielder
Xavi
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Career History
Youth1991-1998Barcelona
Senior1998-2015Barcelona
2015-2019Al-Sadd
International2000-2014Spain
Managerial2019-2021Al-Sadd
2021-2024Barcelona
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Lionel Messi's greatest games for Barcelona as Argentine celebrates 38th birthday
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Tottenham Hotspur intend to make a decision on Ange Postecoglou's future this week, according to a report.
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May 24, 12:08
 Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski celebrates after scoring on August 24, 2024
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May 23, 08:29
 Barcelona duo Lamine Yamal and Raphinha celebrate a goal against Real Madrid on January 12, 2025
Barcelona transfer news: New contract in the pipeline for one of the club's standout performers this season
Barcelona winger Raphinha is reportedly close to signing a new contract with the club that will keep him in Catalonia until 2028.
May 20, 23:08
 Barcelona attacker Lamine Yamal on March 11, 2025
Lamine Yamal to join illustrious Barcelona club including Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona next season?
Barcelona will reportedly offer Lamine Yamal the legendary number 10 shirt next season, on top of new and improved long-term contract.
May 20, 17:49
 Barcelona attacker Lamine Yamal on March 11, 2025
Lamine Yamal agrees new Barcelona contract as Joan Laporta delivers Frenkie de Jong update
Barcelona president Joan Laporta confirms that Lamine Yamal has agreed a new contract and gives an update on the situation of Frenkie de Jong.
May 18, 11:09
 Barcelona's Lionel Messi and Espanyol's Marc Roca on July 9, 2020
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Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Barcelona and Espanyol.
May 13, 16:32
 Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his 500th goal for Barcelona, against Real Madrid, on April 23, 2017
Messi magic, Bale beauty, Mourinho mauling: Five greatest El Clasico matches ever between Barcelona and Real Madrid
Sports Mole picks out five of the greatest-ever El Clasico matches between Real Madrid and Barcelona.
May 11, 19:00
 Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi in action for Real Madrid and Barcelona on October 26, 2013
Real Madrid vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings
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May 9, 09:11
 Robert Lewandowski celebrates scoring against Real Madrid on October 26, 2024
Robert Lewandowski record vs. Real Madrid
Sports Mole takes a close look at Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski's record against Real Madrid.
May 9, 08:42
 Arsenal's Mesut Ozil and Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) Thomas Meunier pictured in November 2016
Arsenal vs. PSG: Head-to-head record and past meetings
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May 5, 14:08
 Charles Watts/Jack Wilshere/Aaron Ramsey composite image
Jack Wilshere vs. Aaron Ramsey: Memorable Arsenal moments revisited ahead of Norwich-Cardiff reunion
Arsenal expert Charles Watts reflects on Jack Wilshere and Aaron Ramsey's most memorable moments with the Gunners ahead of their managerial reunion.
May 2, 11:42
 Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick on August 27, 2024
Hansi Flick 'agrees' new Barcelona contract as Catalan giants set date for announcement
Barcelona reportedly reach an agreement with head coach Hansi Flick over a contract extension following the club's success on the pitch this season.
Apr 23, 19:42
 Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) captain Marquinhos pictured on February 23, 2025
PSG lineup vs. Aston Villa: Predicted XI for Champions League second leg as Luis Enrique receives defensive boost
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Paris Saint-Germain could line up for Tuesday's Champions League quarter-final second leg with Aston Villa.
Apr 13, 08:50
 Aston Villa manager Unai Emery on January 21, 2025
Preview: Aston Villa vs. Paris Saint-Germain - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Champions League clash between Aston Villa and Paris Saint-Germain, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 13, 08:33
 Barcelona attacker Lamine Yamal on March 11, 2025
Barcelona 4-0 Borussia Dortmund: Did wonderkid Lamine Yamal pick up an injury in Champions League contest?
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick says that fatigue led to Lamine Yamal's withdrawal in the latter stages of Wednesday's Champions League clash with Borussia Dortmund.
Apr 10, 08:16
 Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold celebrates scoring on January 11, 2025
Barcelona gave up Trent Alexander-Arnold move for 'two reasons' with Liverpool star set to join Real Madrid
Barcelona reportedly gave up their pursuit of Trent Alexander-Arnold due to two key reasons, with the Liverpool star set to join Real Madrid this summer.
Mar 29, 13:36
 Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick on January 18, 2025
Barcelona sporting director Deco addresses Hansi Flick's contract situation after excellent start to life with Blaugrana
Barcelona sporting director Deco says that signing head coach Hansi Flick to a new contract is not currently a priority for the club.
Feb 13, 17:31
 Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski celebrates scoring against Valencia on August 17, 2024
Valencia vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings ahead of Copa del Rey quarter-final
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Barcelona and Valencia.
Feb 4, 22:43
 Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski celebrates after scoring on September 25, 2024
Robert Lewandowski record vs. Alaves
Sports Mole looks at how Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski has performed against Alaves during his professional career.
Jan 31, 11:11
 Didier Deschamps coach of France during the UEFA European Championships semi final - 9th July 2024.
Didier Deschamps to leave France job: Who could replace 56-year-old after 2026 World Cup?
France head coach Didier Deschamps confirms that he will step down from his position after the 2026 World Cup, with Zinedine Zidane among his possible successors.
Jan 8, 10:15
 Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his 500th goal for Barcelona, against Real Madrid, on April 23, 2017
Greatest Barcelona players of all time: Where do Lionel Messi, Johan Cruyff and Ronaldinho rank?
Sports Mole ranks the top 10 Barcelona players of all time - where do the likes of Lionel Messi, Johan Cruyff and Ronaldinho sit?
Dec 25, 14:08
 Manchester United minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe on October 6, 2024
Man United 'considered three managers' before Ruben Amorim as announcement 'imminent'
Manchester United reportedly considered hiring three other managers before pressing ahead with their pursuit of Sporting Lisbon's Ruben Amorim.
Oct 31, 13:00
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured during a press conference on September 17, 2024
"You have to be satisfied" - Pep Guardiola gives verdict on Real Madrid boycotting Ballon d'Or ceremony
Man City manager Pep Guardiola suggests that Real Madrid should be "satisfied" with having three of their players in the top four of the 2024 Ballon d'Or voting, even though they were all pipped by winner Rodri.
Oct 29, 15:01
 Sporting Lisbon head coach Ruben Amorim on October 21, 2023
Man United 'reach agreement' to appoint Ruben Amorim as new head coach
Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorim agrees in principle to become Manchester United's new head coach, according to a report.
Oct 29, 09:31
 Manchester City's Rodri poses with the Ballon d'Or trophy on October 28, 2024
Rodri wins Ballon d'Or: "This is not a victory for me alone, but for Spanish football"
Manchester City midfielder Rodri says that he has realised a dream after winning the 2024 Ballon d'Or, but he has insisted that his victory is for Spanish football and not solely for himself.
Oct 29, 08:41
 Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag on September 17, 2024
Next Man United manager: Premier League giants 'not considering' Barcelona legend as Erik ten Hag replacement
Manchester United are reportedly not considering Barcelona legend Xavi as a potential candidate to replace Erik ten Hag as manager.
Oct 28, 19:44
 Former manager of Manchester United Erik ten Hag during his former side's match against West Ham United in the Premier League, on October 27, 2024
Erik ten Hag era over: Why Ratcliffe, INEOS sacked Man United boss - stats, records assessed as interim appointed
Sports Mole looks at why Manchester United sacked Erik ten Hag, as well as who might be in line to replace the Dutchman.
Oct 28, 17:15
 Graham Potter as Chelsea head coach in April 2023.
Man United have four realistic successors to Erik ten Hag following inevitable sack decision
Following confirmation that Erik ten Hag has been sacked by Manchester United, Sports Mole looks at four realistic replacements for the Dutchman.
Oct 28, 13:08
 Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag on August 16, 2024
Manchester United confirm huge Erik ten Hag sack decision as replacement manager named
Erik ten Hag is sacked as Manchester United manager following Sunday's 2-1 loss to West Ham United as Ruud van Nistelrooy takes over as interim boss.
Oct 28, 11:54
 Barcelona's Lamine Yamal reacts on October 26, 2024
Lamine Yamal smashes 77-year El Clasico scoring record in phenomenal Barcelona victory
Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal breaks a 77-year El Clasico scoring record with his fine finish in Saturday's extraordinary 4-0 victory over Real Madrid.
Oct 26, 22:17
 Barcelona's Lionel Messi, Neymar and Luis Suarez in 2017
El Clasico: Real Madrid fall agonisingly short of Barcelona record after humiliating home Clasico defeat
Sports Mole counts down the longest unbeaten streaks in La Liga history.
Oct 26, 21:57
 Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag on October 19, 2024
Man United 'draw up four-man managerial shortlist' as pressure mounts on Erik ten Hag
Manchester United reportedly considering four potential managerial candidates to replace under-fire boss Erik ten Hag.
Oct 25, 22:54
 Xavi during his time as Barcelona manager on March 17, 2024
Man United 'given £83m transfer demand' as Xavi identifies Marcus Rashford replacement
Former Barcelona boss Xavi reportedly demands that Manchester United make a move for Blaugrana winger Raphinha if he replaces Erik ten Hag as manager.
Oct 24, 07:50
 Xavi during his time as Barcelona manager on March 17, 2024
Erik ten Hag future: Former Barcelona boss Xavi 'makes decision' on replacing Man United boss
Former Barcelona manager Xavi allegedly makes a decision over potentially replacing Erik ten Hag as Manchester United head coach.
Oct 23, 14:38
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