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Lionel Messi surprisingly absent from line-up for 'first ever El Clasico in Japan' as Barcelona & Real Madrid legends prepare to face off in Andres Iniesta's farewell match

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  • World Cup winner Iniesta now retired
  • Legends 'Clasico' lined up in Asia
  • Messi will not feature after MLS season