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Virgil van Dijk praises Xavi's new high-pressing style as Netherlands hold Jurgen Klopp's Germany in new manager's debut
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Dutch footballer (born 1991)
Virgil van Dijk is a Dutch professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for and captains both Premier League club Liverpool and the Netherlands national team. Widely regarded as one of the best defenders of his generation, and one of the greatest defenders in Premier League history, he is known for his strength, leadership, speed and aerial ability.
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Xavi is a Catalan given name, usually used as a nickname for Xavier. Notable people with the name include:
More on Wikipedia ↗Virgil van Dijk discusses Xavi's tactical changes and a disallowed goal after the Netherlands drew 1-1 with Jurgen Klopp's Germany in the Nations League.