Andrés Iniesta, born on May 11, 1984, in Fuentealbilla, Spain, is considered one of the best midfielders in the history of football.

His early life and travels

Iniesta started playing football at a young age in Albacete juniors. At the age of 12, he joined FC Barcelona's football academy, La Masia. Iniesta rose through the youth ranks, showing his skills in playing football well.

Andrés Iniesta at FC Barcelona

Iniesta made his debut for FC Barcelona in 2002. During his 16 years at the club, he played 442 games and scored 35 goals.

Nine La Liga titles Four UEFA Champions League titles Six Copas del Rey trophies Three FIFA Club World Cups

Andrés Iniesta After FC Barcelona

In 2018, Iniesta moved to Japan's Vissel Kobe, where he continued to play well until 2023. After that, he moved to the UAE Pro League, the Emirates club.

Iniesta played 131 games for the Spanish national team, scoring 13 goals. He was one of the most important players in Spain's great era. Where he helped the team win two UEFA Euro 2008 and 2012 trophies and The 2010 World Cup, where he scored the winning goal in the final.

Iniesta has won numerous awards including being the UEFA Player of the Year in 2012 and finishing as runner-up in the FIFA Ballon d'Or in 2010.

Lionel Messi, who played with Iniesta through his social media, posted a photo with Andrés Iniesta and sent him a message saying that he is one of the players he enjoyed playing with and that he will miss the ball.

He said: "One of the players I played with is amazing and I enjoyed playing with him. Andrés Iniesta football will miss you, so will we! I wish you the best always, you are an example".

Andrés Iniesta is known for his physical strength, good ball control, ability to create chances and patience in difficult situations.Iniesta's career is a testament to his skill, because he doesn't know how to get a red card, which makes him one of the most popular players in football."