Xavi
Hernandez is considered as one of the greatest midfielders to play the game and
the Spaniard has added another title to his career. The 39-year-old helped Qatari club AL Sadd claim the 2018/2019 Qatari
Stars League title.
Al
Saddrequired a draw to win the title in their last game at home to win the
title. Bounedjah was the star of the
game as he scored a superb hat-trick in the match as AL Sadd. Xavi also
contributed a fine assist in the match in what was a feast of football.
Xavi
had earlier in the campaign announced his intention to retire at the end of the
season-ending over two decades of top
flight football.
The
former Barcelona midfielder has always stated his intention to move into
management after he retires and has reportedly begun
his training for his coaching badges.
Xavi
was known for his dynamic partnership during his Barcelona days with Andreas
Iniesta and Sergio Busquet. The trio were pivotal to Barcelona and Spain’s
success from 2009-2015.
He
would be remembered for revolutionizing the midfield role to accommodate small
sized players. Before his time, clubs preferred physical combative midfielders
but the Spaniard was able to show that technical nous trumps physical efforts
Al
Sadd have been the best team in the Qatar League this season as they have
brushed other clubs with ease. The arrival of Atletico Madrid legend Gabi has
provided star dust alongside Xavi to drive the team from the midfield.
The league victory caps a remarkable stint for the Spaniard in Qatar as this made it the fifth trophy won by the 39-year-old in the space of five years at the club.
Xavi
made 78 appearances for the Al Saddduring his time at the club netting 19 goals
and providing 27 assists in the process.