Cesc Fabregas, a former midfielder for Arsenal, has announced his retirement from the sport at the age of 36. Fabregas won 110 caps for Spain throughout his international career, during which he also won back-to-back European Championships and the World Cup in between those victories. The Spanish player began his professional career at La Masia in Barcelona but moved back to Catalonia after eight seasons with the Gunners. He made his professional debut for Arsenal at the age of 16. Fabregas won four further titles during a three-year stay in Spain after winning the FA Cup with the Arsenal: La Liga, the Copa del Rey, the UEFA Super Cup, and the FIFA Club World Cup. Following his return to the Premier League, Fabregas joined Chelsea, where he twice won the title—once under Jose Mourinho and once under Antonio Conte. The League Cup and FA Cup were also his to keep.
“The moment has come for me to put up my boots, much to my grief. From my earliest days at Barcelona and Arsenal until my return to the Blaugrana, Chelsea, Monaco, and eventually Como, I will treasure every moment. It was a tour I will never forget, from the World Cup to the European Championships, winning in England and Spain and taking home European medals,” former Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas said. “I’ve experienced experiences that I never in a million years imagined I’d ever come close to.”
“I’m not depressed since I’m going to embark on a new journey: coaching the Como 1907 B and Primavera squad. I could not be more excited about a club and a project,” he added. “We connected at the ideal time in my career, and this team immediately captured my heart. In this new experience, I shall give it everything. So, it’s time to say “hello” to the most beautiful sport in the world after 20 fantastic years filled with sacrifices, love, and enthusiasm. I enjoyed every second. Cesc.”
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