Adidas ambassador Xavi meets football fans at new store in Landmark

Spanish football superstar and ex-Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez made a special appearance last night to meet lucky fans and celebrate the opening of the brand new adidas HomeCourt store in Landmark Mall.

While hundreds of fans turned out to catch a glimpse of the icon, a lucky few adidas fans got to have their images clicked with their favourite star.

The FIFA World Cup winner, who currently plays with Al Sadd, visited the new store to celebrate the launch of adidas’ first interactive HomeCourt store of its kind in Qatar.

“I’m enjoying playing my football in Qatar and always seem to get a warm reception wherever I go. You can feel the passion people have for all sport in Qatar.  It’s always special to meet people who care about football,” said the Sadd captain.

“It’s been wonderful to be a part of this occasion. I didn’t know there were so many Barcelona fans and Spanish speakers in Doha. It felt like being at home. I’ve really enjoyed the experience. The store feels like a new home for sports fans and those who want to compete at the highest level in Doha. It’s got everything!” he added.

Adidas had recently provided fans the opportunity to meet some of the world’s most iconic players as FC Bayern Munich stars Thomas Muller, Philipp Lahm and Xabi Alonso visited the adidas store in Villagio Mall.

Xavi is one of the game’s most celebrated and gifted footballing stars. His remarkable playing achievements include eight La Liga titles, three UEFA Champions Leagues, two UEFA Super Cups, three Copa del Reys, six Spanish Supercups, and two FIFA Club World Cups over a 17-year playing career.

With Spain, he won the FIFA World Cup in 2010 as well as the UEFA European Championships in 2008 and 2012.