Andres Iniesta set to face Barcelona in his final Vissel Kobe appearance

Barcelona will be heading to Japan this summer to play a friendly against Vissel Kobe, a club that is currently home to the Spanish midfielder Andres Iniesta. The match is set to take place on June 6 at the Japan National Stadium in Tokyo, and it is expected to be Iniesta’s final appearance in a Vissel Kobe shirt.

According to reports, Iniesta is set to leave Vissel Kobe to continue his career either in the MLS or Saudi Arabia. While the veteran midfielder has been a bit-part player for the Japanese outfit for the last season or two, he still wants to continue playing football.

Iniesta’s return to face his former club is set to be an emotional moment for both the player and fans alike. Iniesta, who is widely regarded as one of Barcelona’s greatest ever players, won nine La Liga titles, four Champions Leagues, and three Copa del Reys during his 16-year stint at the club. He was a key figure in the team that won the 2009 and 2011 Champions League trophies, scoring the winning goal in the 2010 final against Manchester United.

During his time at Vissel Kobe, Iniesta has continued to showcase his exceptional skill and ability on the ball, even at the age of 38. His leadership and experience have also been invaluable to the team, as he has helped them to reach the final of the Emperor’s Cup last season.

With the confirmation of the friendly against Barcelona, all eyes will be on Iniesta and whether he will be able to help Vissel Kobe defeat his former club. If this is to be his final game for the Japanese outfit, it will be a poignant moment for Iniesta, his teammates, and fans as they bid farewell to one of the greatest midfielders of all time.