Bastian Schweinsteiger vs Xavi Hernandez
Bastian Schweinsteiger vs Xavi Hernandez: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Bastian Schweinsteiger and Xavi Hernandez?
Xavi and Schweinsteiger were often compared during their careers, particularly during Champions League matches between Bayern Munich and Barcelona. Both players were instrumental in their respective teams' successes in the late 2000s and early 2010s.
Bastian Schweinsteiger
Key numbers
- Total Appearances479
- Total Goals56
- International Caps121
- International Goals24
- Major Tournaments4 European Championships, 3 World Cups
Top honours
- FIFA World CupWinner in 2014
- UEFA Champions LeagueWinner in 2013
- Bundesliga Titles8 titles with Bayern Munich
- DFB-Pokal7 titles with Bayern Munich
- FIFA Club World CupWinner in 2013
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Xavi Hernandez
Key numbers
- Total Goals85
- Total Assists60
- International Caps133
- Major Trophies25
Top honours
- FIFA World CupWinner in 2010
- UEFA Champions League4 titles
- La Liga8 titles