Why Did Puyol Retire?

The reason was the peristent problems related to his knee injuries. Puyol was forced to miss more than half of FC Barcelona's matches during the 2010-2011 season, including matches in both the UEFA Champions League and La Liga. ... At the present time, Puyol may have one more season before he decides on retirement.

What happened to Puyol?

Barcelona bid farewell to Puyol on 15 May 2014, after a fifteen-year career in the first team (ten as captain) that brought him 21 titles. ... In September 2019, Puyol rejected an offer to become Barcelona's sporting director.

When did Carles Puyol retire?

He ended his professional football career in 2014. , among others. He is also part of the team that won an unprecedented six-fold in 2008-2009. At the time of his retirement in June 2014 due to recurring injuries, Puyol was the second player to play the most matches for Barcelona behind his friend Xavi.

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