Xavi: I will never get tired of praising Gavi
Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez hailed Gavi's performance against Real Madrid in the Supercopa de Espana final.
defeated their rivals Real Madrid 3-1 in the final in Saudi Arabia on Sunday. This is Xavi’s first trophy as Barcelona’s manager.
The 18-year-old
Gaviplayed in the left-wing position and scored the first goal of the match. He also created the other two goals for Lewandowski and Pedri.
“He’s pure passion, pure soul. It leaves a bad taste in my mouth when he doesn’t play. He’s contagious for the team and he’s only 18 years old.”
“The heart he puts into it is incredible. Gavi is a kid who excites us all. He puts in soul and character and infects the rest of the team with it. He is an innate leader and it comes from within. The rage that comes out of him is spectacular. I never tire of praising him. This boy has no ceiling.”
Gavi becomes the youngest player ever to score in the Spanish Super Cup at the age of just 18 years and 163 days. The record was previously held by Xavi but now goes to Gavi. He is also the youngest player to score in a Clasico since Ansu Fati.
Barcelona is currently at the top of La Liga, three points clear of Real Madrid. They have been unbeaten in their last nine games in all competitions.
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