Eric Abidal makes final Barcelona appearance

Barcelona defender Eric Abidal has bid an emotional farewell to the Camp Nou faithful this evening after making his final appearance for the club as a substitute against Malaga in La Liga this evening.

The 33-year-old will leave Barca when his contract expires next month, after battling back from a liver transplant and subsequent tumour to resume his playing career.

After spending six seasons with the Calatan giants, Abidal is a firm favourite with players and fans alike at the club and came on to a rapturous reception against Malaga.

The French international full-back has won 15 trophies during his time at Barca, including four La Liga titles and two Champions League crowns.

Abidal will now bid to find a new club in the summer after Barca announced their decision not to renew his contract earlier this week.

Barca ran out comfortable 4-1 winners against Malaga to reach the 100-point mark in La Liga, with David Villa and Cesc Fabregas among the goalscorers.