Cesc Fabregas retires from professional football at the age of 36. The Spaniard played for Arsenal, Barcelona and Chelsea in his successful career.
He also lifted the World Cup with Spain in 2010, along with two Euros. He was capped 110 times from 2006-2016.
Fabregas started playing for Barcelona’s famous academy La Masia. However, he left them to join Arsenal and made his debut aged 16, the midfielder spent eight seasons with the Gunners before returning to Barcelona.
Cesc Fabregas retires from professional football after an incredible career
He spent three years in Catalonia and won La Liga, the Copa del Rey, the UEFA Super Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup. However, he returned to North London, but this time he signed for Chelsea.
He won the Premier League twice, first with Jose Mourinho and then with Antonio Conte. Moreover, he also won the Europa League, FA Cup and League Cup with the Blues.
Cesc spent his final year as a professional footballer with second-tier Italian side Como. He will now coach their under-19 and B sides.
Cesc Fabregas’ emotional statement after retirement
The World Cup winner said on social media, “From my first days at Barca, Arsenal, Barca again, Chelsea, Monaco and Como, I will treasure them all. From lifting the World Cup, and the Euros, to winning everything in England and Spain and nearly all the European trophies, it has been a journey that I’ll never forget.
“I lived experiences that I never thought in a million years I would even come close to. It’s not all sadness though as I’m now going to cross the white line and start coaching the B and Primavera teams of Como 1907. A club and a project I couldn’t be more excited about. This charming football team won my heart from the first minute and came to me at the perfect time in my career. I will grab it with both hands.
“So, after 20 incredible years full of sacrifice, dedication and joy, it’s time to say thank you and goodbye to the beautiful game. I loved every minute. Cesc.”
Cesc Fabregas will hang his boots from professional football after 20 years, winning 17 trophies.
