Stat of the Day: Xavi, king of the Clasico

Stat of the Day: Xavi, king of the Clasico

FC Barcelona’s iconic midfielder Xavi Hernandez is about to feature in his 35th contest with arch-rivals Real Madrid. These matches span a decade across many different competitions [24 Liga, 3 Copa, 3 Champions League and 4 Spanish Supercopa]. Xavi has scored five goals against the side from Madrid: 3 at home and 2 in the Bernabeau. During this time, Barcelona has defeated Madrid 14 times, been defeated 10 times and tied 10 more.

Stats: Elmundodeportivo • Image: Manel Montilla [MD]