Cazorla and Iniesta honoured with Panenka Award Spanish Football The event was in Barcelona

Andres Iniesta and Santi Cazorla received the Panenka Award in Barcelona on Monday evening.

The gala was held at the Antiga Fabrica Estrella Damm and the ex-Barcelona captain received the Special Panenka from Aitor Lagunas.

Iniesta took the award having been described as "a symbol of the history of this country", in reference to his World Cup Final-winning goal.

Accustomed to receiving awards, Iniesta took a step to the side when afforded the chance to speak as he discussed a player and friend who was also awarded at the gala, Cazorla.

"It's important not to lose hope," Iniesta said.

"Santi is an example of this, as a player and as a person.

"What pulls your forward is your character and your feeling.

"We have shared great things, we always remember each other and I'm glad he's still playing."

Cazorla, too, took the chance to share a few words.

"Thank you very much for this award," he began.

"I have spent a lot of time away from my family and there have been some very hard times.

"I wanted to decide when to return and not have an injury decide for me, the head was more important than the physical reality.

"Luckily I am enjoying football again and I hope to do it for many more years."