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Football Biography

Xavi Hernández

Spanish · Born 1980

BarcelonaSpainPassing
Central Midfielder

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The heartbeat of Spanish football's golden generation — World Cup and two-time Euro winner whose passing redefined the position.

Xavi Hernández orchestrated one of sport's most dominant international teams — the Spain side that won the 2010 World Cup and back-to-back European Championships. Alongside Andrés Iniesta and Sergio Busquets at Barcelona, he formed the greatest midfield trio in football history. He was named Player of the Tournament at both Euro 2008 and the 2009 Champions League final.

Career Honours

  • World Cup 2010
  • Euro 2008, 2012
  • Champions League 4x
  • La Liga 8x