The illustrious career of legendary former Spain and Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta came to an end today, as the 40-year-old confirmed his retirement from football. Iniesta leaves behind a glittering trophy cabinet filled with virtually every piece of silverware there is to win, including the World Cup, the Emperor’s Cup, nine La Liga titles, four Champions Leagues, two European Championships, and countless individual awards.
Iniesta’s career saw him play a pivotal role in both Barcelona and Spain’s golden eras, with teammates like Lionel Messi and rivals like Cristiano Ronaldo preventing him from winning the Ballon d’Or but securing his place among the modern-day legends of the sport.
One iconic moment in Iniesta’s career came in a La Liga match against Racing de Santander on August 29, 2010. Just 32 minutes into the season, Iniesta scored a sensational volleyed lob after a punch clear from the goalkeeper, marking the beginning of what would be an incredible season for both him and Barcelona.
Another standout goal in Iniesta’s career occurred in a La Liga match against Malaga on June 1, 2013. With Barcelona already champions, Iniesta scored a superb curling effort from outside the box to delight the Camp Nou crowd one last time before the season ended.
To commemorate the retirement of a true football legend, Sports Mole counts down the 10 best goals of Andres Iniesta’s incredible career, showcasing the skill and talent that made him one of the greatest players to ever grace the pitch.