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Iniesta was left out of the starting line-up for the clash but came off the bench in the second half before scoring from the spot in the shoot-out. "I'm proud to have played to the best of my ability right up until now, with performances which befit both myself and this club. Fabregas feels his former Barca team-mate should have been on from the start and suggests he will now hang up his international boots. Share ; By. ", "It's project that I was very excited about and I took part as much as they allowed me too. "We are home following instructions, reinventing us in family expecting go back to the routine and enjoying of things that usually can not do. Iniesta's day in Japan ... "Sometimes I think about retirement but if I am honest, I still see it a way off. Andres Iniesta retirement: Barcelona and Spain hero backed to quit after World Cup exit. The midfielder has set a date for his retirement and has opened the door to … But the midfield player has not forgotten to his ex and this Wednesday attended to the means of the club from his house in Kobe. The flagship Barça school. “I don’t think about life after retirement, but I know that one way or another I will continue to be linked to football. © 2017-2020 Tribuna Digital. Iniesta says he has settled in Japan well. It has been a privilege to wear this jersey more than 400 times [and] it is very hard to know this is the end. "I give thanks to all the Atletico family. We obviously miss home but we are happy on and off the field. The legendary midfielder was a picture of solitude as he sat barefoot in the area of the pitch he cast his spell, reflecting on his long and storied career one final time. This season seemed to be a good one. They have lifted the league trophy and the Copa del Rey, now it's time for @andresiniesta8 #InfinitIniesta pic.twitter.com/VIaikXR3SH, ¡WOW! "Yes, it is true that with the passage of time, I will wake up the vision of being a coach. It does a pair of years, in the summer of 2018, decided to put an end to his stage in the club of his life and left to Japan to play in the Vissel Kobe. I am not in position to say I want to be one thing or another at the moment, but I would like to remain at Barca, let’s hope! ", "I follow as much as I can what is happening at Barça. I try to keep up but I am not there so it's difficult to follow 100%. "The worst to be in Kobe is that you miss your house. Andrés Iniesta is definitely one of the big emblems of the history of the FC Barcelona​. ", You will always be welcome legend ", "Every season at Bará taught me things. Striker Fernando Torres, the first to congratulate him that famous night in Johannesburg, also bowed out in style, bagging a brace in the 2-2 draw with Eibar on his 404th and final appearance for Atlético Madrid. He scored the goal that sealed his country's only World Cup final win in 2010. Barcelona’s legendary midfielder Andres Iniesta has outlined his desire to retire as a one-club man, despite previously revealing he was thinking about a possible move to Major League Soccer. ⚪#DeNiñoALeyenda pic.twitter.com/CWns1mgiDy, Forever #UN1CO @GianluigiBuffon #FinoAllaFine pic.twitter.com/4vgvXY46yw. That is the verdict of Chelsea midfielder and fellow Spaniard Cesc Fabregas. "We are at home following the instructions of the health authorities, hoping we can get back to our normal routine. Andres Iniesta says it is his dream to end his playing career at Barcelona and hopes to stay connected to the club after he retires. But obviously, be linked to this, no for calling but by what represents, yes that it would like me", concluded. Click to play Tap to play. Andres Iniesta, who scored Spain's winning goal in the 2010 World Cup final, has announced his retirement from international football following the team's exit against Russia. “Having to leave them was very difficult and was one of the worst days I have experienced, but the enrichment you get by coming here is unmatched.”, Copyright © 2020 Goal.com All rights reserved. Iniesta sets a date for his retirement and opens the door to coach Barça. Please refresh the page regularly to get the latest updates. 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From there it all started. “Andres Iniesta, his last game probably, for Barcelona, for Spain, now going to Japan. A 2-1 win against relegated Verona courtesy of goals from Daniele Rugani and Miralem Pjanic put the gloss on a seventh successive Serie A title, but the match itself hardly seemed to matter. I'm going to ask one more thing of you: to sing our club anthem, the loveliest song in the world.". ", "A lot of people who mean a lot to me take part, people who have been important in my life. Torres was joined on the pitch by his children Nora, Leo and Elsa. “There were difficult moments when I was happy to play 10 minutes here rather than more time in another team, and that has allowed me to achieve other things. Published: 22/04/2020 - 12:44h. The one of Albacete went out of the Masia to finish turning into an eternal legend and in one of the best players of the history culé. ", Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde called Iniesta an "unrepeatable, historical player," insisting his legacy would live on "long into the future.". Thanks to everyone who asked me to stay, you will always be in my heart. 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Iniesta has gone on to enjoy an iconic career in the Blaugrana jersey as well as with the Spain national team. "If I feel as strong as I do at the age of 40, that is all thanks to Juventus and the mentality here. Iniesta, scorer of the goal that won Spain the 2010 World Cup, wasn't the only player to depart their boyhood club Sunday. To play there just one season is incredible. I feel good physically and mentally. Don't wait 30 years - sign up for our daily football email newsletter today! I explain my story, my experience and what I went through. "I would like to come back here [to Barcelona]. The 34-year-old joined the Japanese J1 League side Vissel Kobe on a three-year deal in the summer after another disastrous World Cup campaign with Spain national team. The midfielder has won eight league titles, four Copa del Reys, four Champions League crowns and the Club World Cup three times. Andres Iniesta has penned an open letter to his fans confirming his retirement from international football after Spain's World Cup exit.. Spain were … The manchego left clear that does not have haste for withdrawing because it follows feeling well. "As a way of reciprocating their faith in and affection for me, I have always tried to do my best. If you continue to browse the site, we shall assume that you accept the use of cookies. ", "In my life there has been all kinds of moment. This site uses cookies. Barca legend left Camp Nou after 22 years at the club to join the Japanese side Vissel Kobe in the summer, 34-year-old Iniesta wants to become the Blaugrana coach once he ends his playing career in order to 'convey what I have learned and what I have felt and feel for this club'. - Suarez warns Barcelona. With a total of 129 goals to his name, the 34-year-old departs this time never to represent Los Colchoneros again. ", Visit CNN.com/sport for more news and features. "I think in general it's being a very positive few months, despite I would rather prefer to be in another position. Barca legend left Camp Nou after 22 years at the club to join the Japanese side Vissel Kobe in the summer 34-year-old Iniesta wants to become the Blaugrana coach once he ends his playing career in order to 'convey what I have learned and what I have felt and feel for this club' - Tribuna.com Andrés Iniesta has faced an interview in Spain again, and has talked about his future. When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. The documentary reflects that, what I felt at each of those moments. As the confetti settled and the Barcelona faithful returned home, Iniesta couldn't bring himself to leave. Besides, when it decide to put an end to his career will do it to devote to something related with the football. The Official site of the Barça Foundation. Let's see if it can get going again and see how they can do. My own philosophy is built around that of the club and I shall continue to live my life in that way, as that's the only way I know to achieve results. Shop now at Barça's Official Store Camp Nou.