🎥 Juan Mata, 37, still showing flashes of magic in Australia | OneFootball

Talent has no expiration date, and Juan Mata seems determined to challenge the clock.

At 37 years old, the Asturian attacking midfielder —a key player in Spain's 2010 World Cup-winning team— continues to showcase flashes of the immense quality his boots possess, proving that his football remains exceptional.

His latest display took place in Australia. The former Valencia and Manchester United player, among others, crafted a masterful free kick to seal Melbourne Victory's win in the derby against Sydney FC. A stroke of genius that reaffirms his relevance in the A-League.

Although time is relentless for any athlete, Mata resists retirement. As long as his physical condition allows, the Asturian remains determined to prove that his talent is still intact, postponing the moment to say goodbye to the pitch.

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