The former Barcelona and Arsenal midfielder enjoyed a 20-year career that saw him win a host of major trophies, including the World Cup, the European Championship, and the Champions League.
Fabregas started his career at Barcelona’s La Masia academy, and he made his first-team debut for the club in 2003. He spent eight seasons at Barcelona, winning two La Liga titles and two Champions League titles.
In 2011, Fabregas moved to Arsenal, where he spent four seasons. He won the FA Cup in 2014, and he was named the PFA Players’ Player of the Year in 2012.
In 2014, Fabregas moved to Chelsea, where he won two Premier League titles and two League Cups. He also won the Europa League in 2019.
Fabregas retired from international duty in 2016 after winning 110 caps for Spain. He was part of the Spanish team that won the World Cup in 2010 and the European Championship in 2008 and 2012.
In a statement announcing his retirement, Fabregas said: “After 22 years, I’m saying goodbye to professional football. It’s been 22 years full of experiences that I never could have imagined.
“I’ve lived the dream and I can’t thank enough all the people who have helped me along the way. My family, my team-mates, my coaches, the fans…
“I’m retiring happy and grateful for all the things that football has given me. It’s been a wonderful journey.”
Fabregas is a highly decorated player, and he will be remembered as one of the best midfielders of his generation. He was a gifted passer and dribbler, and he had a knack for scoring important goals.
He will be missed by fans of Barcelona, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Spain. But he can be proud of the career he has had, and he can look forward to a long and happy retirement.
