After the thrilling 2-2 draw within the first El Clasico of Legends in Qatar, a report from SPORT confirms that Barcelona and Actual Madrid will face off as soon as once more in Japan.
The extremely anticipated second version of the Clasico of Legends will happen within the early hours of Sunday morning on the Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo.
This thrilling match will characteristic a number of the largest footballing icons, together with the legendary duo of Andres Iniesta and Xavi Hernandez, each of whom have made unforgettable marks in soccer historical past.
Xavi and Iniesta collectively… Once more
Iniesta, who retired this season on the age of 40, will as soon as once more pull on the Barcelona shirt, marking a particular return to the sector.
Xavi, the previous Barcelona coach, has determined to take a break from his managerial profession however will be part of Iniesta for this exceptional match. Their partnership on the pitch is bound to carry again recollections for soccer followers worldwide.
Xavi and Andres Iniesta will play Legends’ El Clasico on Sunday. (Picture by Claudio Villa/Getty Photos)
It’s stated that forward of the match, each groups skilled on the stadium on Saturday, with round 2,000 followers current to look at the gamers in motion.
Moreover, the stadium, which holds 48,000 seats, has offered out, promising an electrical ambiance for this historic encounter.
Who else will play?
The FC Barcelona Legends workforce shall be managed by Albert Ferrer and can characteristic a star-studded lineup, together with Iniesta and Xavi, together with different well-known gamers.
The most recent addition to the workforce is Rafa Marquez, a participant who has additionally left a major legacy at Barcelona. The likes of Rivaldo, Sergi Barjuan, Nolito and Saviola amongst others can even be there.
In the meantime, along with the thrilling match, Barcelona’s Legends workforce will reap the benefits of their time in Japan to interact with their world fanbase. They’re scheduled to play a pleasant match with supporters from Japan and Shanghai.
The Legends can even go to the Barça Academy in Yokohama and Katsushika, the place they’ll meet younger footballers from the academy and provides them an opportunity to work together with a few of their soccer idols.