All good things must come to an end, and Andrés Iniesta's time at Barcelona will be over in the next couple of weeks.
With that in mind, and even if he is still a doubt due to a calf injury, the Spanish midfielder is set to end his rivalry against Real Madrid with some issues on the table.
Ever since his first Clásico on November 20, 2004, Andrés Iniesta has been involved in some epic showdowns. Let's see why Sunday's match could be even more unforgettable for him and his fans around the world.
Guard of Honor by BOTH teams?
Ever since the possibility emerged of Barcelona entering this game as La Liga champions, there has been talk about a Guard of Honor by Real Madrid's players. Despite popular demand, Zidane stated that there will not be an homage for Los Culés. But, how about one for Iniesta? Given the great relationship between "El Fantasmita" and Los Blancos' captain, Sergio Ramos, there's still a chance to see players from both sides paying tribute to who is considered as the finest Spanish player of all time.
The 2007-08 El Clásico was the last one in which any team performed a Guard of Honor.
One more standing ovation while playing El Clasico
During the infamous 2014-15 El Clásico held at the Bernabeu, Barcelona destroyed Benitez's team with a 4-0 score. That night, Iniesta was subbed off the pitch after scoring the final goal of the evening, and he did so as fans from both teams got up from their seats to praise his performance. There are very few players that can brag about being subbed off in such a game with a full stadium praising their antics. Will Iniesta get it twice in a lifetime?
Iniesta scored a stunner against Real Madrid during that night at the Bernabeu.
Special tribute from the club
"The Little Magician" has been named as one of Barcelona's icons throughout the years, and given the scenery that's expected on Sunday, an homage from the club seems to be the right thing to do. They did so with Xavi a few years ago, why not do the same for Iniesta?
Will we see a similar tribute for Iniesta as the one the club paid Xavi?
First La Liga goal against Real Madrid at Camp Nou?
Surprisingly enough, Iniesta hasn't scored as many goals as you would expect when facing Real Madrid. The Spanish midfielder has only scored threew times against Los Blancos, with none of those coming in a La Liga game played at Camp Nou. If there's a late penalty in Sunday's clash, we can be sure he'll be the one taking it.
Iniesta's only El Clásico goal at Camp Nou came during the 2011-12 Spanish Super Cup, mostly remembered by many as the game where Mourinho poked Tito Vilanova's eye.
Last real obstacle to secure unbeaten season
There would be no better way for Iniesta to end his stint at Camp Nou than helping Los Blaugranas end this season as the first unbeaten champions in history. Real Madrid seems to be the biggest threat for it to happen, and making his presence felt in this game will surely be something that will be talked about forever by Barcelona fans.
Andrés Iniesta's numbers against Real Madrid
Debut vs Real Madrid: November 20, 2004 (Final score: Barcelona 3-0 Real Madrid)
Games played: 37
Récord vs Real Madrid: 16 wins, 9 draws, 12 losses
Games started vs R. Madrid: 33
Complete games vs R. Madrid: 24
Goals scored: 3
Assists: 8
Yellow cards: 3
Red cards: 0
Minutes played vs R. Madrid: 2,936.
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