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“The ball is going to miss you” - Messi

There are many ways that a fellow professional can pay tribute to you as your career comes to an end, and for Andres Iniesta, this must feel special.

There are many ways that a fellow professional can pay tribute to you as your career comes to an end, and for Andres Iniesta, this must feel special.
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Even the greats have to retire some time. Andres Iniesta has officially hung up his boots on a glittering career and he will not be forgotten by any of us that have followed his career to this day. And according to another great – some would say the greatest ever – there are even inanimate objects out there that are going to miss the Spaniard’s gentle caress.

“One of the most magical teammates and one of those I’ve enjoyed playing with the most,” was the message posted on Instagram by Lionel Messi. “Andrés Iniesta, the ball is going to miss you, and so will all of us.

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“I wish you all the best, always, you’re a phenomenon.”

“The ball is going to miss you” - Messi
Messi's message to Iniesta after he retires

Surely something to frame and put up in your home beside the multiple medals, trophies and various other accolades that he’s won over the years, bringing delight to us purveyors of The Beautiful Game.

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