The midfielder has confirmed in a press conference
that his Spain days are over following their
disappointing World Cup defence this summer

Barcelona midfielder Xavi has announced his
decision to retire from international football at the
age of 34.
Xavi was instrumental as Spain won back-to-back
European Championships in 2008 and 2012, as
well as the World Cup in 2010, but is calling time
on a glittering international career after 133 games
and 13 goals for La Roja.
The 34-year-old had been set to leave Barcelona
earlier this summer, but has been persuaded to
stay for one more season by coach Luis Enrique
and will now concentrate on club football following
Spain's disappointing World Cup campaign at
Brazil 2014.
Xavi was named as the best player in Euro 2008
as Spain won their first international trophy since
1964 and added the World Cup and another
continental championship in 2010 and 2012,
respectively.
"I have decided to retire from international
football," the midfielder announced in a press
conference on Tuesday. "I'm grateful for all those
years. It has been a fantastic time."
And he added: "I'm leaving the national team
behind. I wish them the best."
The midfielder also confirmed he has changed his
mind about Barcelona, claiming he thought his
time with the Catalan club was over after the
disappointment of Spain's first-round exit at the
World Cup in June and missing out on the major
silverware at the end of last season with the
Blaugrana .
"I want people to understand that I thought my
time had come to an end," he said. "I was so
disappointed and I decided to leave Barca, but that
decision was premature. Luis Enrique and Zubi
(sporting director Andoni Zubizarreta) convinced
me that I can be useful.
"I ended up disppointed last season. I didn't feel
useful for Barcelona or for the national team. They
were two of the biggest disappointments of my
life."

even if I hate Barcelona but I respect a genius when I see one . . all hail Xavi d midfield maestro. #Cfc# for life

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He is a legend of the game.Respect.