Xavi dedicated win over Milan to the assistant coach Tito Vilanova
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604 were able to win the difficult away fixture against AC Milan on Wednesday as the UEFA Champions League kicked off during midweek. The Catalan Giants could only pick up a 2-2 draw in the home game against Milan. However, they were able to win 2-3
as they faced Milan at the San Siro.
After beating Milan at the San Siro, Xavi Hernandez spoke about the prestigious victory over a difficult opposition. The 31-year old expressed his delight at the victory and he dedicated the victory over Milan to the club’s assistant coach Tito Vilanova.
Vilanova recently underwent a surgery and Xavi Hernandez dedicated the victory to him and also prayed for his speedy recovery.
Barcelona’s win over Milan helped them secure the top spot of the UEFA Champions League’s Group H. Milan were two points behind Barcelona and a win over Barca would mean that Milan would have a chance to top Group H with Barcelona being second.
However, the Catalans were able to win the difficult away fixture and they qualified for the next round by topping their group – just as expected!
Xavi Hernandez proved to be a vital player on the pitch as he managed to score the winning goal for Barcelona. It was during the 63rd minute when a wonderful pass from http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Lionel-Messi-c22296 found Xavi Hernandez inside the penalty area and the experienced
Spanish midfielder found the back of the net with ease.
Xavi Hernandez admitted the fact that his side had its own ups and downs. He said that the team had poor spells during the game and that is the reason why they were able to concede two goals. He said:
"We suffered a little in the first half, they attacked well and marked us well. It was a very entertaining game, full of chances. The victory gives us a lot of prestige and, in addition, it means we win the group.”
After speaking about the game and how important it was, he spoke about the club’s assistant coach Tito Vilanova. The 42-year old man underwent a surgery on his parotid gland on the same day. Xavi took his time out to dedicate the win at the San Siro to Vilanova.
He said:
"This victory is dedicated to Tito [Vilanova] and his family. We have missed him," Xavi said after the final whistle.
After securing the top spot in Group H, Barcelona will now be facing Getafe away from home in the Spanish La Liga on the weekend.
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