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Gerard Piqué is a retired Spanish professional footballer who established himself as one of his generation's premier centre-backs during his time at FC Barcelona. A product of Barcelona's youth academy, he returned to the club in 2008 after a stint at Manchester United to anchor a defense that won four UEFA Champions League titles and numerous domestic trophies. Internationally, he formed a crucial partnership with Sergio Ramos for the Spain national team, helping secure the 2010 World Cup and two UEFA European Championships. He retired from professional football in 2022.
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Gerard Piqué ranks #115 of 305 in the Footballer ranking, behind Franck Ribéry, ahead of Thiago Silva.
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How many Champions League titles did Gerard Piqué win with Barcelona?
Gerard Piqué won the UEFA Champions League three times with FC Barcelona (in 2009, 2011, and 2015). He was a crucial defensive anchor for two different treble-winning Barcelona squads. Piqué also famously scored a header in the 2009 final against Manchester United, the club he had previously played for.
Did Gerard Piqué ever play for Manchester United?
Yes, before becoming a club legend at FC Barcelona, Gerard Piqué spent four years at Manchester United. He joined the English club as a teenager in 2004 to gain experience and develop his skills. He returned to Barcelona in 2008, where he established himself as one of the best centre-backs in the world.
Who did Gerard Piqué form his famous defensive partnership with?
Gerard Piqué is best known for his legendary defensive partnership with fellow Spaniard Carles Puyol at FC Barcelona. Together, they anchored the defense for both Barcelona and the Spanish national team, winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Later in his career, he also formed highly successful partnerships with Javier Mascherano and Samuel Umtiti.
When did Gerard Piqué retire from professional football?
Gerard Piqué announced his shocking retirement from professional football in November 2022. He played his final match for FC Barcelona at the Camp Nou shortly after the announcement. His retirement came in the middle of the 2022–2023 season, allowing him to say goodbye to his boyhood club.
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