Luis Enrique has paid tribute to his daughter Xana on what would have been her 13th birthday.
The Spanish national team head coach was preparing his side for their World Cup group stage clash with Germany in a huge contest for both nations’ progress hopes.
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Enrique paid tribute to his daughter Xana on what would have been her 13th birthday
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Xana died after a battle with cancer aged just 9
However, Enrique put football in perspective by sending a message to his late daughter.
Xana tragically passed away in 2019 at the age of nine following a battle with cancer.
Enrique resigned as Spain coach that year for personal reasons, before returning to the role later that year.
Xana would have turned 13 on Sunday, the same day as Spain’s clash with Germany, leading the 52-year-old to pay a heartfelt tribute to him.
Taking to Instagram, Enrique said: “Today is a special day. Not just because we are playing against Germany, but also because my daughter Xana was going to be 13.
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Luis Enrique’s tribute came on the same day as Spain’s clash with Germany
“My love, wherever you are, we love you.”
He also captioned the post, saying, “We miss you.”
