Xavi hails Frenkie de Jong as one of the best midfielders

2023-03-14 10:12

Xavi hails Frenkie de Jong as one of the best midfielders


In the focus match of the 25th round of La Liga in the 2022/23 season, Barcelona finally defeated Bilbao 1-0 in the away game after relying on the goal contributed by Rafinha. After the game, when Barcelona coach Xavi was interviewed by the media, he also particularly praised the performance of Dutch star Frenkie de Jong.


In Barcelona's match against Bilbao, Busquets made a direct pass from the top of the penalty area in stoppage time in the first half, and Rafinha hit the goal from the right side of the penalty area, although the assistant referee said that Rafinha was offside , However, after the confirmation of VAR, it was determined that the goal was valid, allowing Barcelona to lead Bilbao 1-0.


In the end, Barcelona also managed to maintain a 1-0 score until the end of the game. After scoring all 3 points in this campaign, Barcelona consolidated its first place in the standings with 65 points, and also led the second-placed defending champion Real Madrid by 9 points.


Barcelona win 1-0 for sixth time in 2023


It is worth mentioning that this is also the sixth time Barcelona has won 1-0 after entering 2023.


When Barcelona coach Xavi accepted the media interview after the game, he also said that it would not be easy to win the game against Bilbao. "We played 70 to 80 minutes at a good level, but when you play in a stadium like San Mamés, it's natural to suffer a little bit because they press a lot," Xavi said.


"It's a gold class victory and it will stay in the team's memory for a long time. It's a very important three points, but when we are ahead in the game, we have to improve."


In addition, Dutch star Frenkie de Jong also played a very important role for Barcelona's offensive line in this difficult game. Xavi said, "Frankie De Jong performed really well. He gave the team a lot. I think he is one of the best midfielders in the world right now."


The 25-year-old Frankie De Jong has contributed two goals to Barcelona in La Liga this season and is also one of the indispensable cores of the team. At present, Frankie De Jong has only missed two league games, and he has once again appeared on the same news page as the Premier League giants Manchester United recently, but the chances of the Dutch star leaving the Nou Camp may still be small.