Football
Coach Xavi Faces Complex Task: He Wants a Metamorphosis to Dominant Football with a Flawed Team
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New Netherlands national team coach Xavi Hernández aims to transform the squad into an aggressive, dominant attacking force ahead of their Nations League debut against Germany. While training sessions emphasize high intensity and ball possession, captain Virgil van Dijk addressed past criticisms regarding defensive tactics used at the World Cup. Xavi acknowledges the challenge of changing a team perceived as predictable and passive, seeking to instill passion and courage in play.
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