Milan, 7 Oct. (LaPresse) – “I think this is the right time. It’s time to take a step forward and start a new chapter in my life. I’m proud to have lived my dream, and I’d like to thank everyone who stood by me to make it a reality. Thank you, football, for making me so happy.” With these words on his Instagram page, former Barcelona and Lazio forward Pedro Rodríguez announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 39. Over the course of a very long career, Pedro won everything with Barcelona and the Spanish national team. With the Blaugrana, he won the Champions League three times, as well as three UEFA Super Cups, two Club World Cups, five La Liga titles and three Copa del Rey trophies. With Chelsea, he also won one Premier League title and one FA Cup. Finally, with the national team, he won the World Cup in 2010 and the European Championship in 2012.
Football: Former Barcelona and Lazio player Pedro announces his retirement
Milan, 7 Oct. (LaPresse) – “I think this is the right time. It’s time to take a step forward and start a new chapter in my life. I’m proud to have lived my dream, and I’d like to thank everyone who stood by me to make it a reality. Thank you, football, for making me so happy.” With these words on his Instagram page, former Barcelona and Lazio forward Pedro Rodríguez announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 39. Over the course of a very long career, Pedro won everything with Barcelona and the Spanish national team. With the Blaugrana, he won the Champions League three times, as well as three UEFA Super Cups, two Club World Cups, five La Liga titles and three Copa del Rey trophies. With Chelsea, he also won one Premier League title and one FA Cup. Finally, with the national team, he won the World Cup in 2010 and the European Championship in 2012.