Xavi was a world class player earlier too but his qualities became much more emphasized under Pep.
So before being coached by Pep how was Xavi regarded?
Xavi was a world class player earlier too but his qualities became much more emphasized under Pep.
So before being coached by Pep how was Xavi regarded?
Xavi became Xavi under Pep’s term. He was no doubt the key to Barcelona’s success in midfield but Pirlo had already proven himself with those Milan teams. Anyone who played CM01/02, 03/04 or PES in those days would tell you the same answer. Pirlo was a beast and he was portrayed as such.