Andres iniesta news
Andrés Iniesta is a retired Spanish professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder for the Spanish national team and FC Barcelona. Here are some recent news updates about him:
Recent News:
- Retirement: Iniesta announced his retirement from professional football in August 2019, after playing for Vissel Kobe in Japan.
- Coaching Career: Iniesta has started his coaching career, taking over as the head coach of Vissel Kobe's youth academy in October 2020.
- Philanthropy: Iniesta has been involved in various philanthropic initiatives, including the "Andrés Iniesta Foundation", which focuses on supporting children's education and healthcare.
- Business Ventures: Iniesta has invested in several business ventures, including a restaurant chain in Japan and a sports technology company.
- Personal Life: Iniesta has been married to his wife, Anna Ortiz, since 2012, and they have two children together.
Recent Quotes:
- "I'm not going to be a coach who is going to be on the touchline, shouting and screaming. I'm going to be a coach who is going to be calm, who is going to be able to talk to the players and help them to grow." - On his coaching philosophy (Source: ESPN)
- "I'm very proud of what I've achieved in my career, but I'm also very aware that I'm not the same player I was 10 years ago. I'm 38 years old, and I have to accept that." - On his retirement (Source: The Guardian)
Recent Awards and Recognition:
- Ballon d'Or: Iniesta was named the runner-up for the Ballon d'Or in 2010, behind Lionel Messi.
- UEFA Best Player in Europe: Iniesta won the UEFA Best Player in Europe award in 2012.
- FIFA World Cup: Iniesta won the FIFA World Cup with Spain in 2010, scoring the winning goal in the final against the Netherlands.
These are just a few recent updates about Andrés Iniesta. Let me know if you'd like more information!