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Xavi Retires From International Football by januzaj(m): 11:46am On Aug 05, 2014 |
The midfielder has confirmed in a press conference that his Spain days are over following their disappointing World Cup defence this summer |
Re: Xavi Retires From International Football by januzaj(m): 11:49am On Aug 05, 2014 |
Barcelona midfielder Xavi has announced his decision to retire from international football at the age of 34. Xavi was instrumental as Spain won back-to-back European Championships in 2008 and 2012, as well as the World Cup in 2010, but is calling time on a glittering international career after 133 games and 13 goals for La Roja. The 34-year-old had been set to leave Barcelona earlier this summer, but has been persuaded to stay for one more season by coach Luis Enrique and will now concentrate on club football following Spain's disappointing World Cup campaign at Brazil 2014. Xavi was named as the best player in Euro 2008 as Spain won their first international trophy since 1964 and added the World Cup and another continental championship in 2010 and 2012, respectively. "I have decided to retire from international football," the midfielder announced in a press conference on Tuesday. "I'm grateful for all those years. It has been a fantastic time." And he added: "I'm leaving the national team behind. I wish them the best." The midfielder also confirmed he has changed his mind about Barcelona, claiming he thought his time with the Catalan club was over after the disappointment of Spain's first-round exit at the World Cup in June and missing out on the major silverware at the end of last season with the Blaugrana . "I want people to understand that I thought my time had come to an end," he said. "I was so disappointed and I decided to leave Barca, but that decision was premature. Luis Enrique and Zubi (sporting director Andoni Zubizarreta) convinced me that I can be useful. "I ended up disppointed last season. I didn't feel useful for Barcelona or for the national team. They were two of the biggest disappointments of my life." |
Re: Xavi Retires From International Football by Proxy001(m): 12:00pm On Aug 05, 2014 |
even if I hate Barcelona but I respect a genius when I see one . . all hail Xavi d midfield maestro. #Cfc# for life |
Re: Xavi Retires From International Football by RAKITIC: 12:36pm On Aug 05, 2014 |
All ( =D ) ' . Double tualey the pass machine |
Re: Xavi Retires From International Football by Krasid(m): 4:37pm On Aug 05, 2014 |
He is a legend of the game.Respect. |
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