Why AIFF Rejected Xavi: 7 Legendary Moments That Made Xavi a Football Icon
By Aniket Kuila | July 25,2025
AIFF has rejected Xavi because of financial conditions, as they can't afford him as a coach.
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Against Mallorca in his first-team debut for FC Barcelona, 18-year-old Xavi scored a goal in 1998.
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Xavi scored a goal against Real Valladolid in the La Liga 1998, initiating Barcelona's successive revival to claim the La Liga title that season.
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His wonderful late goal against Real Madrid in 2004 would become a great moment, celebrating the demise of the Galacticos era.
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During the Euro 2008, Xavi was named Player of the Tournament as he guided Spain to their first major trophy in 44 years.
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In Barcelona's 2009 historic 6-2 victory against Real Madrid, Xavi assisted four times, highlighting his creative ability.
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He was the engine of their midfield in earning Spain's first-ever FIFA World Cup title in 2010.
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He captained Barcelona in 2011 and their victory over Manchester United in the Champions League final, and showed a masterclass.
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