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Former Barcelona winger Pedro Rodriguez retires from football at 39. Photo credit: @PedroRodriguez/X Image Source: IANS

Former Barcelona Winger Pedro Retires From Football At 39

By IANS News October 07, 2026 • 20:38 PM View: 8

FIFA World Cup: Former Barcelona and Chelsea winger Pedro Rodriguez has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 39, bringing the curtain down on a glittering career that saw him win the FIFA World Cup, European Championship and UEFA Champions League.

Pedro had been without a club since leaving Italian side Lazio at the end of last season. The former Spain international confirmed his decision on social media, saying he felt it was the right time to begin a new chapter in his life.