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Claudio Pizarro

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Claudio Pizarro is a retired Peruvian professional footballer who played as a striker, best known for his extensive and highly successful career in the German Bundesliga. Over the course of 19 seasons in Germany's top flight, he made over 400 appearances for Werder Bremen and Bayern Munich, scoring 197 goals. He won multiple Bundesliga titles and the UEFA Champions League with Bayern Munich, and he also served as the captain of the Peru national team. As of his retirement, he was recognized as the all-time top foreign goalscorer in the history of the Bundesliga.

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How many goals did Claudio Pizarro score in the Bundesliga?

Claudio Pizarro scored 197 goals in Germany's Bundesliga, making him one of the all-time top scorers in the league's history. He ranks among the most prolific foreign players ever to compete in German football's top division.

Which Bundesliga clubs did Claudio Pizarro play for?

Pizarro played primarily for Werder Bremen and Bayern Munich across multiple stints at each club. He also had a brief spell at Chelsea in the English Premier League but spent the overwhelming majority of his club career in Germany.

How many Bundesliga titles did Claudio Pizarro win?

Pizarro won six Bundesliga titles, all with Bayern Munich, contributing to the club's dominant run across multiple seasons in the 2000s and 2010s. His longevity in the league allowed him to be part of several championship-winning squads.

How does Claudio Pizarro's international record with Peru look?

Pizarro earned dozens of caps for the Peruvian national team over a long international career, though he was not Peru's all-time top scorer. He retired from international duty and made a brief return before stepping away from the national team for good.

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