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Iniesta: I miss Xavi and Xabi Alonso

Andres Iniesta has admitted he misses teaming up with Xavi and Xabi Alonso for Spain.

The three midfielders played a key role in La Roja's recent successes as they won Euro 2008, the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012.

However, Xavi and Xabi Alonso retired from international football after the 2014 World Cup, meaning Iniesta will have to make do without his peers at Euro 2016.

"I definitely miss Xavi and Xabi Alonso. Both were great comrades for Spanish football. We had a wonderful time together, winning numerous trophies across the globe," Iniesta told Times of India.