10 greatest big match footballers of all time

#2 Andres Iniesta

This goal by Iniesta is probably the most important goal in Spain’s history

Andres Iniesta is one of the most under-rated players in the history of the game. Probably the greatest central midfielder of all time, Iniesta’s influence in Barcelona’s and Spain’s major triumphs cannot be discounted. Two Euros with Spain, A World Cup triumph, 4 Champions League titles and countless other trophies make Iniesta one of the most decorated players of all times.

The impact of Andres Iniesta can be seen from the fact that he is the only player in history to have been the Man of the Match in the final of the World Cup, European Championship and the Champions League.

Iniesta gave Spain its greatest moment in football when he scored the decisive goal against Netherlands well into extra time. He was also named in the team of the tournament in Spain’s Euro 2008 triumph, 2010 World Cup triumph and he won the Golden Ball for his efforts in the 2012 Euros.

The Spanish playmaker is also the only player to have had assists in three different Champions League finals and there is no doubt whatsoever that Iniesta is one of the greatest big match players of all time.