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Will either of them repeat the same result tomorrow? Xavi Hernandez has looked back on Barcelona's historic 5-0 demolition of Real Madrid in November 2010, and he ranks it above the famous 6-2 win at the Santiago Bernabeu in 2009.

Fiorentina News / Goal.com / October 5

'Not a big problem' - Netherlands boss Xavi Hernandez plays down Micky van de Ven injury scare ahead of Tottenham's Manchester United clash

Van de Ven emerged as a fitness concern after suffering an injury during Netherlands' 2-1 victory over Serbia in the Nations League on Sunday. The 25-year-old

Soccer News / Goal.com / October 5

The secret in 30 passes: Xavi brings Barcelona's magic to the Netherlands

La Masia's fingerprints are starting to show on the Netherlands, and the man pressing them into place is Spanish coach Xavi Hernandez. According to Marca, the Dutch turned heads against Serbia in the UEFA Nations League.

Soccer News / Goal.com / October 4

'First half was unacceptable!' – Xavi and Virgil van Dijk issue strong Dutch warning before 100th cap

Netherlands head coach Xavi Hernandez faces a vital UEFA Nations League Group 2 fixture as his side host Serbia at the Philips Stadion. The Oranje sit second in the standings, two points behind group leaders Greece, after fighting back to secure a 2-2 draw in Thessaloniki on Matchday 3.

Soccer News / Goal.com / October 1

Netherlands player ratings vs Greece: Tijjani Reijnders stars off the bench as Xavi Hernandez's team salvage dramatic Nations League draw

Tijjani Reijnders and Virgil van Dijk inspired a stunning second-half fightback as the Netherlands recovered from a two-goal deficit to secure a dramatic 2-2 Nations League draw against Greece in Thessaloniki.

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 30

Xavi's Greek selfie fever! Netherlands boss plots Van Dijk position shake-up after defender drops out

Netherlands head coach Xavi Hernandez faces a defensive selection dilemma as Oranje prepare to take on Group 2 leaders Greece at the Toumba Stadium in Thessaloniki.

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 28

Xavi's incomplete joy: what does he want from the Netherlands after embarrassing Germany?

The Spaniard reveals the Netherlands' flaws "A satisfactory start, but not enough." With this phrase, Xavi Hernandez, the new head coach of the Netherlands, summed up his first week in charge of the Dutch side, stressing that his ambition goes beyond collecting points to imposing a more effective and ferocious attacking identity.

Fiorentina News / Goal.com / September 27

Netherlands player ratings vs Serbia: Mexx Meerdink steals the show as Xavi Hernandez secures first victory

Mexx Meerdink scored twice to hand Xavi Hernandez his first win as Netherlands manager in a competitive 2-1 victory over Serbia. Despite a second-half equaliser from Luka Jovic, the Oranje dominated possession and territory to secure three points in the Nations League.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / September 23

Absence of Barcelona star pushes Xavi to call up Real Madrid player

The Spanish coach has made his decision Virgil van Dijk will keep the Netherlands captaincy under Spanish coach Xavi Hernandez, who has settled the question of the armband and named three deputies, according to Dutch website "voetbalprimeur".

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 22

Dick Advocaat backs 'excellent' Xavi Hernandez to succeed with Netherlands after taking over from Ronald Koeman

A fresh tactical era for the Netherlands officially began as Xavi took charge of his first training session with the Oranje squad on Monday. The Spanish tactician was appointed by the Dutch football association (KNVB) in August 2026 to fill the void left by Ronald Koeman following the 2026 World Cup.

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 13

Van Dijk holds a meeting with Xavi: the reason is a surprise!

A future decision Netherlands and Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has held direct talks with the new coach of his national team, Xavi Hernandez, to settle his international future.

Soccer News / Goal.com / August 26

A loaded question meant to embarrass him: Xavi escapes the first Dutch ambush

Barcelona legend is a master of mind games with the press The presentation of Xavi Hernandez as the Netherlands' new head coach in Zeist did not pass without a surprise.

FC Barcelona News / Goal.com / August 26

Louis van Gaal delivers surprise message and praise for new Netherlands manager Xavi Hernandez

Xavi Hernandez received a heartwarming surprise during his early media engagements as Netherlands manager when former mentor Louis van Gaal delivered a special video message.

Soccer News / Goal.com / August 25

'Do you follow the Saudi league?': Xavi sends a candid message before his task with the Netherlands

The Netherlands coach announces his stance on his overseas-based players With a broad smile and headphones tuned to the translation, Spain's Xavi Hernandez appeared before the media in the Dutch municipality of Zeist during his official unveiling as head coach of the Netherlands senior national team.

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Soccer News / Goal.com / August 22

Xavi adds his Madrid rival and former Wydad coach to his staff in the Netherlands

Surprise Once bitter rivals in the fire of El Clasico, wearing the shirts of Barcelona and Real Madrid, Xavi Hernandez and Ruud van Nistelrooy are now set to work side by side.

FC Barcelona News / Goal.com / August 14

A new Xavi destroyed by injuries: Unai Hernandez from the dreams of Barcelona to the darkness of the second division

The Spanish midfielder is going through difficult days Al-Ittihad have sent Unai Hernandez back to Spain, and to the second division to be precise, after he had been one of the brightest rising talents at Barcelona.

Tottenham Hotspur News / Goal.com / August 13

Tottenham star Xavi Simons welcomes namesake Xavi Hernandez as new Netherlands head coach

Simons, who missed the 2026 World Cup with the Netherlands after suffering a severe tear to the ACL in his right knee, officially welcomed Xavi following the KNVB's decision to hand the reins to the former Barcelona manager.

FC Barcelona News / Field Level Media / August 13

Netherlands hire former Barca great Xavi through 2030 World Cup

Former Barcelona star player and coach Xavi Hernandez was hired on Wednesday to coach the Netherlands national team through the 2030 World Cup. He received a four-year contract to take over a team that lost to Morocco on penalty kicks in the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup.

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / May 7

'No active desire' – Claims about potential Chelsea manager have no base says latest report

Xavi Hernandez is already being dismissed as a possibility as Chelsea’s next manager by sources claiming it’s just agent talk. The story of Chelsea’s manager hunt is set to dominate the next few weeks and months, and this week saw a new candidate emerge.

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / May 5

Ben Jacobs: Chelsea’s new manager candidate 'ruled out' by club already

Chelsea have ruled out an attempt to bring Xavi Hernandez in as their new manager according to Ben Jacobs’ reporting today. The Chelsea chase for a manager is going to turn into a war of sources, and all the top insiders will want their moment in the spotlight.

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / May 5

Exclusive claims Chelsea want Champions League winning midfielder as manager because he fits 'football identity'

Chelsea are casting the net wide as they hunt for a new manager, with Xavi Hernandez now being considered. The Independent’s Miguel Delaney has been looking for his first exclusive in the big story of Chelsea’s hunt for a new manager, and it looks like he’s got one.