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Virgil van Dijk welcomes Xavi's new tactical approach for Netherlands
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Virgil van Dijk
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:
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