1998
Barcelona First-Team Promotion
Establishes himself in Barcelona's senior squad and begins a seventeen-season first-team career.
Football player and manager history
Xavi Hernandez
Explore 12 football history records associated with Xavi Hernandez, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
1998 August 18th
Barcelona First-Team Debut
Makes his competitive Barcelona debut in the Spanish Super Cup.
1998 August 18th
Spanish Super Cup Appearance
Begins a first-team career defined by midfield control and passing.
2000 November 15th
First International Appearance
Begins an international career spanning three major tournament victories.
2000 November 15th
Spain Senior Debut
Makes his senior Spain debut against the Netherlands.
2008 June 29th
European Championship Player of Tournament
Is named player of the European Championship.
2008 June 29th
Spain Midfield Recognition
Directs Spain's possession play throughout the title-winning tournament.
2010
International Caps
Controls midfield possession for Spain during the 2010 World Cup final and helps sustain pressure on the Netherlands.
2010 July 11th
Spain Midfield World Champion
Controls possession and creates chances throughout the tournament.
2010 July 11th
World Cup Victory
Helps Spain win its first FIFA World Cup.
2010 July 11th
World Cup Winner
Xavi Hernández helps Spain control the ball and set the tempo against the Netherlands, maintaining the patient approach that culminates in Iniesta's winner.
2011 May 28th
Barcelona Wembley Championship
Wins his third Champions League title as a player.