The reason why Xavi wants Madrid to lose Champions League final

Patrick Power 6 years ago 8.2k |

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The Catalan midfielder wants to see Buffon lift the trophy. EFE/Archivo

With two weeks to go for the Champions League final, the world turns its attention to the fixture that will be played in Cardiff on the 3rd of June. Many expert voices are expressing their opinion on the matter.

One of the legends that has spoken about the final has been former Barcelona man Xavi Hernandez. Currently playing in Qatar, the midfielder has revealed that he would like Juventus to win for one reason.

'I want them [Juventus] to win the Champions League and I want it for Buffon, he deserves it. If he wins, it will be his first Champions League', he explained in a presentation act for Qatar's project to host the 2022 World Cup.

'I think Juventus will win the final, but it is 50-50 for either team', the Al-Sadd played finished off.

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