Thursday, February 7, 2013

Andres Iniesta



Name in native country: Andrés Iniesta Luján 
Date of birth: 11.05.1984 
Place of birth: Fuentealbilla
Country: Spain 
Position: Midfield - Central Midfield
Foot: right

Iniesta played for Spain at Under-16, Under-19 and Under-21 levels, before making his international debut in 2006. He was selected for the 2006 FIFA World Cup, playing one game, as Spain went out in the second round. He helped Spain qualify for Euro 2008, and played an important role in the side as they went on to win the competition, playing every game and being selected in the UEFA Team of the Tournament. Iniesta was selected for the 2010 FIFA World Cup and was a key member of the victorious Spanish side; he scored the winning goal in the final against the Netherlands, also being named Man of the Match, and was selected in the tournament’s All-Star Team. He was also the Man of the Match for two other World Cup games.

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