Iniesta: There will never be another Barcelona generation like ours
4 years, 8 months ago

Iniesta: There will never be another Barcelona generation like ours

The Hindu  

Andres Iniesta accepts Barcelona will be unable to reproduce his golden generation, yet he does not see why future teams cannot replicate their success. Midfielder Iniesta was one of a host of world-class stars who came through the famed La Masia academy in quick succession, with Lionel Messi, Xavi, Carles Puyol, Gerard Pique and Sergio Busquets also making the grade. READ | While acknowledging the club will never again have a cluster of graduates as talented as the group he came through with, Iniesta still believes Barcelona can continue to win titles. "That generation will never be repeated but what follows does not have to necessarily be worse in terms of how the club fares," Iniesta said in an interview with The Guardian. "I had seen Puyol go, I had seen Víctor go, and then Xavi had gone… you concentrate on your own day-to-day, you still have a great team around you, top players."

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Former Spain and Barcelona great Andres Iniesta retires from football
3 months, 1 week ago

Former Spain and Barcelona great Andres Iniesta retires from football

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Former Barcelona and Spain midfielder Andres Iniesta announced …

Spain and Barcelona great Andres Iniesta announces retirement after 22-year career
3 months, 1 week ago

Spain and Barcelona great Andres Iniesta announces retirement after 22-year career

The Hindu  

Andrés Iniesta, who scored Spain's World Cup-winning goal in 2010 and was one of the key players who made Barcelona's tiki-taka thrive for so long, announced his retirement from soccer on Tuesday. “I never expected that this day would come, I never imagined it,” an emotional Iniesta said at a ceremony in Barcelona. “It's something I'll always have fond memories …

Lionel Messi pays emotional tribute to Andres Iniesta as Spaniard announces retirement - with forward sharing throwback snap from duo's iconic Barcelona days
3 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi pays emotional tribute to Andres Iniesta as Spaniard announces retirement - with forward sharing throwback snap from duo's iconic Barcelona days

Daily Mail  

Messi is one of the famous faces who have given their best to the midfielder Iniesta confirmed his retirement on Tuesday after Messi had paid tribute Lionel Messi has paid tribute to former team-mate Andres Iniesta after the Spain and Barcelona legend edged closer to his retirement before the news was officially announced on Tuesday. Lionel Messi has paid an …

Messi Pays Tribute to Iniesta: A Final Farewell
3 months, 1 week ago

Messi Pays Tribute to Iniesta: A Final Farewell

ABP News  

Lionel Messi expresses his deep respect and admiration for his former FC Barcelona teammate Andres Iniesta, who announces his retirement from professional football. Messi shares a heartfelt message for Iniesta, acknowledging his magic and the profound impact he has had on his career. The two former teammates remain close friends and continue to share a strong bond off the pitch.

How can Barcelona lineup in LaLiga 2023-24 season?
1 year, 5 months ago

How can Barcelona lineup in LaLiga 2023-24 season?

The Hindu  

Barcelona will begins its La Liga title defence on Monday, when it takes on Getafe away from home. The Catalan side had a rather quiet transfer window, with the acquisition of German midfielder Ilkay Gundogan from Manchester City being the its only major move. Midfielders For the first time in more than 15 years, Barcelona will head into a league …

Barcelona and Spain legend Andres Iniesta opens up on his battle with depression
2 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona and Spain legend Andres Iniesta opens up on his battle with depression

Daily Mail  

Iniesta reveals that he lost his lust for life during his injury struggles in his career The midfielder struggled through a spell of injuries during the 2009/10 season Former Barcelona star Andreas Iniesta opened up on his battle with depression Former Barcelona star Andreas Iniesta has opened up on his brutal battle with depression during one stage of his illustrious …

Barcelona legend Andreas Iniesta feels there's emotional instability at his former club
2 years, 3 months ago

Barcelona legend Andreas Iniesta feels there's emotional instability at his former club

India Today  

Barcelona legend midfielder Andreas Iniesta feels there is emotional instability at his former club. The 2010 World Cup winner also showered praise on Barcelona's new midfield pair of Pedri and Gavi, saying that both of them have a spectacular future. The midfielder also touched upon Barcelona's 1-0 loss at the hands of Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League. Barcelona …

Debt-ridden Barcelona was king of the 2022 transfer window, but at what cost?
2 years, 4 months ago

Debt-ridden Barcelona was king of the 2022 transfer window, but at what cost?

The Hindu  

If every football transfer deadline day had played out in a physical market, one would notice distinct characters caught in the mad rush to complete deals before the window slammed shut. To sum up Barcelona’s troubles, the club’s debt rose to €1.3 billion last year, and having crossed a stipulated ‘salary limit’, the club was blocked by the Spanish league …

Messi's future up in the air as Barcelona contract ends
3 years, 6 months ago

Messi's future up in the air as Barcelona contract ends

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lionel Messi’s contract with Barcelona …

Lionel Messi had made no decision on his Barcelona future but his family are keen to stay in Spain
4 years ago

Lionel Messi had made no decision on his Barcelona future but his family are keen to stay in Spain

Daily Mail  

It feels as if a ‘Messiometer’ was installed at the Nou Camp when the transfer window opened on New Year’s Day. Barcelona captain Lionel Messi has now entered the last six months of his contract The forward was pictured watching his side's game from the stands despite being given extra time off over Christmas What Madrid want will not play …

Facing Fours Months Out, Ex-Barcelona Star Andres Iniesta Vows to Play on after Surgery
4 years ago

Facing Fours Months Out, Ex-Barcelona Star Andres Iniesta Vows to Play on after Surgery

News 18  

Former Barcelona star Andres Iniesta has promised his glittering career won’t be cut short by the thigh injury that has left him facing four months on the sidelines. The World Cup-winning Spanish midfielder, 36, said he planned to be back for his Japanese club Vissel Kobe next season after undergoing surgery in Barcelona on a ruptured tendon. Iniesta clutched his …

Playing for Barcelona isn't Just Playing a Football Match: Andres Iniesta
4 years, 2 months ago

Playing for Barcelona isn't Just Playing a Football Match: Andres Iniesta

News 18  

Spanish football legend Andres Iniesta has opened up about the?massive pressure and constant tension? Iniesta played 442 matches for Barcelona before leaving as club captain, passing on the armband to Lionel Messi. The 36-year-old further said that it was because of the constant pressure that he couldn?t enjoy 100 per cent at Barcelona. The 85-minute documentary, which is streaming on …

Barcelona not among Champions League favourites, says Koeman
4 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona not among Champions League favourites, says Koeman

The Hindu  

Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman believes his side is not among the favourites to win this season's Champions League with the Catalans having made a stuttering start to the new season. Speaking ahead of Tuesday's visit of Hungarian team Ferencvaros in his outfit's Champions league Group G opener, Koeman played down media talk that the Catalans could be European champions. Barca's …

Lionel Messi Could Remain With Barcelona till 2021, Says Father Jorge
4 years, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi Could Remain With Barcelona till 2021, Says Father Jorge

News 18  

The saga around Lionel Messi’s future might be nearing an end as his father and agent Jorge Messi hinted that his superstar son could spend another year at the Nou Camp with Barcelona. Messi Sr told Mediaset that talks with Barcelona went “well”, with there still being a chance that an agreement can be reached which allows everyone to remain …

Lionel Messi is on the Market But Who All Can Really Afford Him
4 years, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi is on the Market But Who All Can Really Afford Him

News 18  

If Lionel Messi‘s mind is made up to leave Barcelona, the question turns to where he goes next. For PSG, whose frustration in Europe has been comparable to City’s, even if they broke new ground by reaching last weekend’s final, Messi would also represent a seismic addition to the Qatari project. Inter’s pitch would be more personal, given Messi’s father …

After latest European nightmare, will Messi ever win another Champions League? - Football news
4 years, 5 months ago

After latest European nightmare, will Messi ever win another Champions League? - Football news

The Hindu  

As he watched helplessly while his Barcelona side was ripped to shreds by a blistering Bayern Munich in an 8-2 thrashing, Lionel Messi must have been wondering if he will ever win the Champions League again should he remain at the club. Messi has experienced some galling exits from Europe's top competition since he last lifted the trophy in 2015, …

The next generation are coming: Barcelona president Bartomeu promises a 'takeover' of young stars
4 years, 5 months ago

The next generation are coming: Barcelona president Bartomeu promises a 'takeover' of young stars

Daily Mail  

Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu has promised a 'takeover' of young stars at the club next season to support their more experienced players. The Catalan giants have already signed Las Palmas' 17-year-old attacking midfielder Pedri and 20-year-old Portuguese forward Francisco Trincao from Braga ahead of the upcoming campaign. Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu has promised a 'takeover' of youngsters at the club …

'We Want the Best in this League': Zinedine Zidane Hopes Lionel Messi Stays in La Liga
4 years, 6 months ago

'We Want the Best in this League': Zinedine Zidane Hopes Lionel Messi Stays in La Liga

News 18  

Putting his rivalry aside with Barcelona, Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has said he wants star forward Lionel Messi to stay at the Catalan Giants amid rumours linking him with a move away from the club. "I don't know what will happen but we hope not because he is in this league and we want the best in this league," …

Messi's number one and Barca should have more Champions League titles with star – Iniesta
4 years, 7 months ago

Messi's number one and Barca should have more Champions League titles with star – Iniesta

The Hindu  

Andres Iniesta believes Lionel Messi is the best in the world and feels Barcelona should have won more Champions League crowns with the superstar captain. Messi has established himself as one of the all-time greats in football – becoming Barca's leading scorer in its history and claiming a record six Ballons d'Or. READ: But Barca great Iniesta – now playing …

LaLiga: Lionel Messi says Neymar eager to return to Barcelona, feels Catalans not good enough to win Champions League
4 years, 10 months ago

LaLiga: Lionel Messi says Neymar eager to return to Barcelona, feels Catalans not good enough to win Champions League

Firstpost  

Barcelona captain Lionel Messi says Neymar remains determined to return to the club and the Argentine wants him to turn them into an all-conquering force again, adding that he does not believe they are good enough at the moment to win the Champions League. Barcelona: Barcelona captain Lionel Messi says Neymar remains determined to return to the club and the …

Neither Messi nor Ronaldo will grace Champions League final this year
5 years, 8 months ago

Neither Messi nor Ronaldo will grace Champions League final this year

Daily Mail  

For the first time in six years, the Champions League final will take place with neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo taking to the field. Lionel Messi will not appear in the Champions League final after Barcelona's loss to Liverpool But those hopes were left in tatters as Divock Origi and Geroginio Wijnaldum both scored twice to send the Reds …

Barcelona a Top Side, Must Play As a Team During Difficult Days: Javier Saviola
6 years, 3 months ago

Barcelona a Top Side, Must Play As a Team During Difficult Days: Javier Saviola

News 18  

New Delhi: Since the legendary Diego Maradona called time on his colourful career, numerous Argentine strikers have been burdened with the weight of the label the ‘next Maradona’. While the Barcelona legends in their latest outing romped home to 6-0 win against the Mohun Bagan legends at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, many miles away in Spain Ernesto Valverde’s …

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