One hug, two friends, 62 titles

Players are often criticised by fans for not celebrating goals sufficiently, but as Messi and Iniesta wrapped in a warm embrace on Saturday evening there was something more than special about it.

With Messi's eyes closed and each player passionately clinging to the other, it was clear this was about more than just a goal. 

In many ways the image transcends football, the passion and friendship between two men with a deep respect for each other, one of whom knowing that he must soon say goodbye.

Iniesta and Messi have become synonymous with Barcelona over the years, to the point that they have won 62 tophies with the club between them, 31 each, a figure which will rise further when their impending league success is cornfirmed.

Saturday's victory over Sevilla means they have both now won six Copa del Rey crowns, something unmatched by any other player for the club.

With Iniesta due to make a decision on his future this week, though, the pair's relationship must come to an end. As enjoyable as it has been watching each of them individually, their combination play has taken the breath away more often than not over the past decade.

The pair do and always have dovetailed beautifully and whilst Neymar may also have abandoned Messi in the recent past, it is no secret that Iniesta will be significantly more difficult to replace.