Xavi praised Dembele & Pjanic after Juventus draw

head coach Xavi claimed that he has faith in

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after the 2-2 draw against Juventus.

Pjanic performed well in his first game in the pre-season and Dembele was able to score both of his team's goals and repay Xavi's trust. The 25-year-old star, who was on the verge of leaving Barcelona and recently renewed his contract, had an exceptional performance and was the best player on the field. After the game Xavi praised the two stars of his team.

"He has shown what he is capable of, making a difference from the right wing with one-on-two actions. He is a different player, special and he gives us a lot.

"He has to make a difference, be more consistent, score more goals. I don't know Dembele from before but since I've arrived, I see him happy and he always tells me that he's involved in the project. I see him like that since November, that's why I insisted so much on to stay."

Asked about Pjanic performance, Xavi said: 

"I liked it a lot. He gives us a lot with the ball, he found the interiors very well. He has an exclusive vision of football in general, because there aren't many who see the game like that with their first touch.

"He always looks forward, looks very well for the pass to nine. He has played a great game."

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