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Xavi embraces 'reset' as he takes charge of Netherlands football team
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Xavi embraces 'reset' as he takes charge of Netherlands football team

From La Vanguardia · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

Interview Named sources New plan
  • Netherlands national football team coach Xavi Hernández spoke about his new role after leaving FC Barcelona.
  • He described the transition as a "reset" and expressed enthusiasm for coaching at the university level.
  • Xavi shared his thoughts during a presentation in Amsterdam.

Xavi Hernández, the newly appointed coach of the Netherlands national football team, has described his transition from FC Barcelona to his current role as a significant "reset." Speaking at his presentation in Amsterdam, Xavi shared his perspective on embarking on this new chapter in his coaching career.

"We have done a reset after leaving Barça," Xavi stated, indicating a deliberate shift in focus and strategy following his departure from the Catalan club. He expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity to coach at what he termed the "university of football," suggesting a high level of intellectual engagement and development he anticipates in his new position.

The former Barcelona manager's move to the Netherlands national team marks a new phase after a tenure at his beloved club that ended with his dismissal in January. His comments suggest a desire to rebuild and apply his football philosophy in a different context, aiming to elevate the Dutch team's performance.

Details about his specific plans or the team's immediate future were not elaborated upon in the provided context, but Xavi's initial remarks signal a positive and forward-looking outlook as he takes the helm of the Dutch squad.

We have done a reset after leaving Barça.

— XaviDescribing his transition to coaching the Netherlands national team.
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Originally published by La Vanguardia in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.