World Cup winner and ex-Chelsea and Barcelona star announces retirement aged 39
Pedro said he is leaving the game proud of a career that brought him 25 major trophies and a World Cup title.
- Former Spain forward Pedro Rodriguez announced his retirement on Wednesday at age 39, concluding a 20-year career that yielded 25 major trophies.
- Rising through Barcelona's youth academy, Pedro flourished under Pep Guardiola before securing titles at Chelsea and Lazio, where he spent his final five years.
- The forward recorded 794 club appearances and 197 goals, while netting 17 times in 65 appearances for Spain.
- "I feel that the moment has come," Pedro said in a social media statement, expressing pride in playing alongside stars like Lionel Messi and Andres Iniesta.
- Internationally, Pedro helped Spain win the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012, cementing his role in the nation's dominant era of football.
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[Sports Chosun Reporter Noh Joo-hwan] Pedro Rodríguez, a Spaniard who dominated an era and lifted numerous trophies, has announced his retirement. The former Spanish national team winger decided to retire on the 8th (Korean time) at the age of 39. As a player, he lifted 25 major tournament trophies. He has concluded a brilliant career spanning approximately 20 years. Pedro... after the 2025-2026 season
Former Barcelona, Chelsea forward Pedro retires at 39
Former Barcelona and Chelsea forward, Pedro, has officially hung up his boots at the age of 39. The former Spain international confirmed his decision to retire four months after the conclusion of his final professional contract with Serie A side Lazio. In a post on Instagram, Pedro expressed gratitude as he “begins a new chapter […] Former Barcelona, Chelsea forward Pedro retires at 39
He announced his withdrawal from football this Wednesday, after almost two decades in which he shined in Barcelona and Chelsea, among others
The Canarian striker closes a career of more than two decades in which he won 25 titles, highlighting his golden stage at FC Barcelona.
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