The reliable Barcelona midfielder was on song for Spain as they thrashed http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Republic-of-Ireland-c2987 4-0 in Gdansk.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/David-Silva-c10601 and Cesc Fabregas scored
to complete the rout.
Xavi Hernandez was pleased with the improved performance by the Spanish unit, claiming that it will do wonders in improving the confidence of the players and motivating them.
The http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604 playmaker especially pointed out Fernando Torres for praise, while adding that their dismantling of Ireland shows the true potential of La Roja.
While responding to questions about their match with Italy and the Irish, Xavi explained that the fixture with the Azzurri was a match-up of the two world champions and was bound to be a hard fought battle, while against Trapattoni’s men they came into their
own foray.
“We played well, it was a good game for the confidence of the group and we all did well. We scored goals, it was a good result; it's good for all of us, for the forwards, for 'El Niño' [Fernando Torres].”
“Looking at the Italy game we played well but it was a battle between the two last world champions. It's difficult against http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Italy-c2926 but we were not bad. The thing is, today we were excellent.”
Xavi also took out time to talk about Spain’s footballing philosophy, one thing they will not make a compromise on whatever the consequences. He remarked that http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Vicente-c36001 Del Bosque’s men play entertaining football and they have it in their hands to mould their
destiny.
The Spanish international added that he is currently looking forward to the match against http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Croatia-c2879 to see whether they make it to the Euro 2012 quarterfinals or not.
“Our philosophy is not negotiable. We play good football, we don't give the ball away, we're able to open up the pitch, and today you saw a great Spain. Now it is in our own hands and a win against Croatia would take us through.”
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Spain-c3011 take on the challenge of Croatia on June 18.
Tags: