we are, and we will be

chem·is·try | ˈke-mə-strē | noun a: a strong mutual attraction, attachment, or sympathy b: interaction between people working together; specifically: such interaction when harmonious or effective

I have run out of compliments for him. There is no-one who can compare to what he represents as a person and a player. His statistics, the years, the feelings he conjures up, his way of doing things are beyond words. He is a unique player, unrepeatable and he has been fundamental to the club and Spain. It is a true pleasure and privilege to have played alongside him for my entire career. — Andres Iniesta

This sadness will last me a lifetime.

11/20/14: Javier Mascherano responds to a journalist's question regarding their interpretation of Lionel Messi's recent statements about retiring at Barcelona.

Xavi 550 (2011)

Vincent Enyeama joking with the referees and admiring Lionel Messi's freekicks after the halftime whistle for the Argentina vs. Nigeria match.

Alves: "I don't know who threw the banana, but I want to thank him. It gave me energy to give 2 more crosses that ended up in a goal."

Rest in Peace, Tito.

Lionel Messi kisses the badge in 2007 after scoring his first Clásico hattrick at the Camp Nou, and repeats it 7 years later after he scores his second Clásico hattrick at the Santiago Bernabéu.

NEW MESSI RECORD: With his hattrick against Osasuna, Lionel Messi has 371 goals for FC Barcelona, overtaking Paulino Alcantara for most goals scored for the club (including friendlies).

nhf u geoff shreeves [x]

I guess nothing will be the same.

I couldn't know what was in your mind, but I saw the pictures, you're looking fine. And there was a time when I stood in line for love, for love, for love. But I let you go, oh, I let you go.

The best player in the world? Messi, always Messi. — Ronaldinho

leomessi: This is for those wondering how I could beat Pepe. Here is the proof. #Basketball #FCBarcelona

ARSENAL EXCLUSIVE! Scouting with Arsène Wenger! [x]