Ex-Chelsea defender Azpilicueta to retire from football at end of season

Former Chelsea and Spain defender César Azpilicueta has announced his retirement from professional football at the end of the current season.

22 May, 09:10 — 22 May, 10:20

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César Azpilicueta had a distinguished career, particularly with Chelsea, where he won numerous major trophies, and also represented Spain internationally. His retirement marks the end of an era for a respected figure in European football.

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César Azpilicueta, former Chelsea and Spain defender, is retiring from professional football
His retirement will occur at the end of the current season
He announced his retirement via an emotional message on social media

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César Azpilicueta is 36 years old

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César Azpilicueta to retire at the end of the season

César Azpilicueta has announced that he will retire from football at the end of the current season.The experienced 36-year-old defender shared an emotional message on his social media accounts, conf...

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