Azpilicueta announces retirement after long football career
Cesar Azpilicueta, former Chelsea captain and current Sevilla defender, has announced his retirement at the end of the season. The 36-year-old has enjoyed a decorated career, winning major trophies and earning 44 caps for Spain. Azpilicueta expressed gratitude for his journey, highlighting the friendships and experiences gained. His final match will be Sevilla’s away game against Celta Vigo.
Match highlights
- Cesar Azpilicueta will retire at the end of the season, as he revealed on Friday.
- He won two Premier League titles and a Champions League with Chelsea and was capped 44 times by Spain.
- His last game will be Sevilla’s visit to Celta Vigo on Saturday.
- Azpilicueta began his career at Osasuna, moved to Marseille, then Chelsea in 2012, and later played for Atletico Madrid and Sevilla.
- Known for his versatility, he played as a right-back, centre-back, and left-back throughout his career.
