Messi Pays Tribute to Iniesta
Lionel Messi, the Inter Miami superstar, has expressed his admiration for former Barcelona teammate Andres Iniesta, who has announced his retirement from professional football.
Iniesta, a Spanish midfield legend, will end his illustrious career at the age of 40. He achieved remarkable success with both Spain and Barcelona, winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup and four UEFA Champions League titles.
Messi shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, praising Iniesta’s magical abilities and the joy they experienced playing together. He expressed his sadness to see Iniesta retire but wished him all the best for the future.
Iniesta’s retirement comes after a successful career that included stints with Vissel Kobe in Japan and the Emirates Club in the UAE. He will officially announce his retirement on October 8th, a nod to his iconic shirt number.