A Tribute to El Pulpo

"Football is played with the head, your feet are just your tools." - Andrea Pirlo.

Andrea Pirlo's quotes are something of a phenomenon with football fans. From him talking about playing PlayStation before a World Cup final, to this. A quote that was tailor-made for just a few legends of the game. Already, a few names might be popping into your head, Phillip Lahm being quite possibly the most common one. However, there is one that along with Lahm brings this quote to life, and his name is Sergio Busquets Burgos. Undoubtedly, one of the most tactically astute and diligent players the beautiful game has ever seen.

"You watch the game, you don't see Busquets. You watch Busquets, you see the whole game." -Vincente Del Bosque.

This quote describes Busquets in the best possible way. He's a player that is the definition of 'simplicity' and he just makes everything he does look so effortless, when in fact it's the complete opposite. People often refer to Messi as the most crucial player in the Barcelona side, and that is correct in it's own right. However, Sergio Busquets is a close second in importance, for me creeping into first. He is undoubtedly the nucleus of the Barçelona side and has been so for many years now. His importance is often undermined by many, this is because he doesn't really catch the eye when playing unlike players like Messi. He's never had flair or skills in abundance and this is why many people don't realize how significant he is. The people that value him however, know how essential he truly is, making the team tick.