Barcelona's Arthur has similar qualities to Xavi Hernandez - Rafinha
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While Andres Iniesta may have moved on from Barcelona, new signing Arthur discusses how he hopes to emulate his habits and successes.
Tottenham fought back from two goals down in the Rose Bowl, but Barcelona earned the win on penalties, with Malcom burying the final kick. LOS ANGELES -- Arthur Melo was compared to Xavi Hernandez by teammate Rafinha after impressing on his Barcelona debut against Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday.
Arthur struck with a curling effort from the edge of the box as Barca drew 2-2 with the London side in the International Champions Cup, winning on penalties.
The 21-year-old played the first 45 minutes and looked at ease in his first appearance since signing from Gremio for €31 million earlier this month.
"I don't like to make comparisons...