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Pedro names his favorite goal as he says goodbye at special Barcelona event after retirement

Barcelona legend Pedro has retired, and despite having left the Catalan giants more than a decade ago, a special event to honor his career took place at the club’s Auditori 1899, a part of the Camp Nou sports complex. The…

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 3:00 AM
Pedro names his favorite goal as he says goodbye at special Barcelona event after retirement
Key Things to Know
  • Pedro celebrated his retirement from football at a special Barcelona ceremony and named his 2011 Champions League final strike as his favorite goal.
  • The Spanish forward stated that a loss of motivation and a desire to rest prompted his decision to retire.
  • Pedro finished his career with 204 goals and 25 titles, including two Champions League titles and the 2010 World Cup.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Barcelona forward Pedro has officially announced his retirement from football and celebrated his career at a special farewell event hosted at Barcelona's Auditori 1899. During the ceremony, the Spanish winger reflected on his decision to step away, citing a decline in competitive motivation and a desire to spend time with his family. He specifically highlighted his opening strike in the 2011 Champions League final against Manchester United as his favorite career goal.

Pedro concluded his playing career with 204 goals and 25 major trophies, including five La Liga titles and two Champions League trophies with Barcelona under managers Pep Guardiola and Luis Enrique. He also achieved international success with Spain, winning the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012, before later spells with Chelsea, Roma, and Lazio.

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