Xavi eyes Barcelona job, coaching Messi
Xavi has said he's ready to manage Barcelona and that having to coach former teammate Lionel Messi would be a "privilege" and not a problem.
2021 Schedule
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Sources: Barca great Xavi says no to Brazil job
Barcelona great Xavi Hernandez has rejected a role to become Brazil's assistant manager ahead of the World Cup in Qatar, sources tell ESPN Brasil.
Xavi commits to Al Sadd amid Barcelona links
Xavi has signed a new two-year deal to remain in charge of Qatari giants Al Sadd despite continued links with a return to Barcelona.
Esteghlal in, Al Sadd out: Making sense of the Asian Champions League's final matchday
Esteghlal emerged from a tough Group C on the final day of matches while Xavi's Al Sadd couldn't get enough help to advance.
Al Nassr is in, Al Sadd is on the brink: Four spots up for grabs in AFC Champions League
Al Nassr booked their ticket with a win over Al Sadd, while three sides have a shot in Group C. Here's a look ahead of the final day of matches.
As Cazorla and Torabi shine, which ACL stars can still find another level?
Stars like Bafetimbi Gomis and Omar Kharbin will need to turn up their play to salvage their teams' AFC Champions League campaign.
What's wrong with Al Sadd? Slow start may leave Xavi scrambling
Tournament favorites and QSL champs Al Sadd SC find themselves at the bottom of their group and with just one point after two matches.
Tractor battles Pakhtakor in six-goal thriller
Tractor FC struck late to salvage a 3-3 draw against Pakhtakor Tashkent after all six goals were scored in the second half.
Will 2021 be Al Sadd's year in the ACL? And can Al Hilal bounce back?
Ahead of the start of West Zone action in AFC Champions League 2021, we look at the five major talkings points from Asia's premier club competition.
Persepolis scores late goal to knock out Al Sadd
A late header from Issa Alekasir was all the scoring Persepolis needed to advance to the West Zone quarterfinals.
Persepolis, Al Taawoun advance in AFC Champs League
The final day of play started with all four teams from Group C still vying for the last two spots in the knockout rounds.
Al Nassr FC secures spot in knockout stages
Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr FC on Friday secured a place in the knockout stages of AFC Champions League after a 2-0 win against Sepahan SC.
Al Sadd, Al Ain play out six-goal thriller in ACL return
Al Ain managed to grab their first point of the 2020 ACL season in a 3-3 tie against Group D contenders Al Sadd.
Five players to watch in the AFC Champions League West Zone's return
Santi Cazorla joining Al Sadd could cause a shift in the West Zone as numerous clubs look to unseat Al Hilal's reign at the top.
Barca great Xavi tests positive for coronavirus
Barcelona great Xavi Hernandez has become the latest high profile sportsperson to test positive for coronavirus.
Al Sadd signs Villarreal star Santi Cazorla
Former Arsenal and Villarreal midfielder Santi Cazorla will now play for Barca great Xavi at Al Sadd in the AFC Champions League.
Xavi wins Qatar Cup week after spurning Barca
One day after confirming he turned down an offer to coach Barcelona, Xavi led Al Sadd to Qatar Cup victory over Al Duhail.
CWC: Monterrey win sets up clash vs. Liverpool
A sensational goal from Argentine Leonel Vangioni helped reigning CONCACAF champion Monterrey set up a CWC clash with Liverpool.
Xavi's Al Sadd beat amateurs Hienghene in CWC
Qatari champions Al Sadd converted a free kick given away with a back pass to the goalkeeper to set up a 3-1 extra-time win over Hienghene Sport.
Asian player of year banned 5 months for ref spat
Asia's reigning player of the year has been banned for five months for confronting a referee in the Asian Champions League semifinals.
Xavi: I'm not ready to coach Barcelona yet
Many in Spain have tipped Xavi Hernandez to follow in Pep Guardiola's footsteps and return to the Camp Nou as manager.
Gabi: Xavi convinced me to join Al-Sadd
Madrid-born Gabi played 413 games for Atletico Madrid in two different spells, winning six trophies including the La Liga title.
Xavi re-signs to play in Qatar into his forties
Former Barcelona midfielder Xavi Hernandez has penned a new two-year deal with Al-Sadd to extend his stay in Qatar until at least 2020.
Xavi not ready to retire, eyes playing into '19
Xavi Hernandez, who has played with Al-Sadd in Qatar since leaving Barcelona in 2015, said he hopes to prolong his career into next year.
Xavi, Sneijder bringing star power to Qatar
Former Spanish star Xavi has written the blueprint on late-career success in the Qatar Stars League, one Wesley Sneijder should pay attention to.
2021 AFC CL Ladder
2021 Team LeadersAFC Champions League
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsAFC Champions League
Goal Difference2Tied-17th
Goals Scored9Tied-15th
Assists5Tied-20th
Goals Conceded7Tied-18th