Andres Iniesta’s name will eternally be mentioned amongst some of the absolute best players to have ever graced the beautiful game.
Iniesta’s enviable trophy cabinet sums up the remarkable career he had — winning nine La Liga titles, four Champions League trophies, the World Cup and various other pieces of silverware.
While on the pitch, Andres Iniesta was just a joy to watch, seemingly making time stop as he dumbfounded opponents with his sublime dribbling and impeccable technique.
In recent years, the Barcelona legend has made no hesitation in praising several Manchester City players.
Iniesta congratulated Rodri for winning the Ballon d’Or and claimed his historic triumph was fully deserved.
Andres Iniesta lauded Phil Foden as well after he won the PFA Players’ Player of the Year award last year.
Andres Iniesta names David Silva as one of his five favourite players ever
Iniesta even sang Pep Guardiola’s praises, which is to be expected from the Spaniard as the Manchester City boss played a massive role in his rise.
In a recent interview with creator ‘Manny’ on TikTok, the two-time European Championship winner was asked to name his five favourite players of all time.
In fourth place, Iniesta mentioned David Silva, who spent almost a decade at the Etihad Stadium.
Pep Guardiola made it to second place in Iniesta’s list — with Xavi Hernandez (third), Santi Cazorla (fifth) and Michael Laudrup (first) also named by the legendary technician.
But the four-time Premier League winner remains revered, with Kevin De Bruyne hailing David Silva as well as the greatest player to ever play for Manchester City.
Oscar Bobb named David Silva as his idol last year as well. Even Conor Gallagher admitted to loving David Silva — which goes to how he much he is respected by current and former players.
Iniesta and David Silva record in the same XI
Having spent years playing alongside Silva at various levels for Spain, Iniesta’s admiration is understandable.
The pair won the European Championship twice in the same squad while also lifting the World Cup as well.
In 91 games in the same XI, Andres Iniesta and David Silva won 55 games, drew 14 and lost just 12.
| ANDRES INIESTA AND DAVID SILVA IN THE SAME XI | |||
| APPEARANCES | WINS | DRAWS | LOSSES |
| 91 | 55 | 14 | 12 |
The Spanish duo won more than 60 per cent of the games they played together.
With both players dovetailing with each other in majestic fashion as well, Iniesta and Silva were a truly outstanding midfield pair.
No wonder Andres Iniesta still holds David Silva in such high esteem and it is more than likely that the feeling is mutual.
