Former Barcelona and Spain midfielder, Andrés Iniesta, has officially hung up his boots, marking the end of an extraordinary football career. The 40-year-old icon made the announcement via his Instagram account, reflecting on his remarkable journey in the sport.
Iniesta’s career was predominantly defined by his time at Barcelona, where he made an incredible 723 appearances, including matches with the reserve team. He debuted professionally for the club in October 2002 during a Champions League group stage match against Club Brugge, a game that Barcelona won 1-0.
Following his tenure at Barcelona, Iniesta continued his career in Japan, playing 134 matches for Vissel Kobe, before joining Emirates Club in the UAE Pro League, where he concluded his playing days.
On the international stage, Iniesta was a key figure in Spain’s golden era, winning the UEFA European Championship twice in 2008 and 2012, and helping his country secure the FIFA World Cup in 2010.
During his time at Barcelona, he amassed an impressive 32 trophies, which included 9 La Liga titles and 4 UEFA Champions League titles. Iniesta leaves behind a lasting legacy as one of football’s all-time greats, renowned for his creativity, vision, and sportsmanship.
SOURCE: https://dew360.net
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