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'Barcelona legends' Andres Iniesta (42) and Carles Puyol (48) pledged to deliver the best possible match for Korean fans.
The '2026 Champions Impact in Seoul' media conference took place on the 5th at the Grand Ballroom Hall of Fairmont Ambassador Seoul in Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.
This match featuring Barcelona and Liverpool legends will be held at Seoul World Cup Stadium at 6 p.m. on the 6th.
Representing Barcelona legends at the press conference were Andres Iniesta and Carles Puyol. Representing Liverpool legends were Steven Gerrard and Luis Garcia.
Iniesta said, "I am so grateful to be in Seoul. I am happy to meet my teammates and many Korean fans. I hope everyone enjoys the incredible match tomorrow."
Puyol, visiting Korea for the third time, also said, "I am happy to return to Korea. I am particularly looking forward to playing against players from the excellent team Liverpool."
Although it is an exhibition match, both legends showed serious determination. When asked about their mindset for the match, Puyol said, "As it is a friendly match, I think the primary goal is for everyone to enjoy it. However, I always give my all. I will approach the match with respect for my opponents and deliver a high-quality game that all fans can enjoy," displaying his characteristic fighting spirit.
Iniesta also said, "The opportunity to play on a great day with excellent teammates and a great team is a valuable experience in itself. We will do our best so that fans can enjoy a good match."
When asked, "Which player included in the visit list is disappointing not to be here?" they gave a professional answer focusing entirely on tomorrow's on-field showdown. Both players agreed, "Actually, it doesn't matter which players did not come. All the players currently participating are world-class players who sweated together during their playing days."
Iniesta added, "Liverpool was also a truly big and difficult opponent we faced during our playing days, so the fact that we are playing together this time is a very pleasant and happy thing."
Meanwhile, the list includes many legends who led Barcelona's golden era, such as Iniesta, Puyol, Rivaldo, Deco, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets. Additionally, players who wrote Liverpool's history, including Gerrard, Garcia, Sami Hyypia, Robbie Keane, Jacek Krzynowek, and Adam Lallana, will also participate.
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