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| Name: | Gerard Piqué (Gerard Piqué Bernabeu) |
| Born: | 2 Feb, 1987 – Barcelona, Spain |
| Spouse: | Shakira (201-2022) |
| Position: | Defender |
| Clubs: | Manchester United (2004-2008)
FC Barcelona(2008-2022) |
| Nationality: | Spanish |
| Appearances (Goals): | 667 (58) |
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Early Life and Family
Gerard Piqué was born on February 2, 1987, in Barcelona, Spain. His father, Joan Piqué, was a businessman, and his mother, Montserrat, was the director of a hospital in Barcelona. Gerard Piqué grew up in a footballing family, and his grandfather, Amador Bernabeu, was a former vice president of FC Barcelona.
Manchester United
Piqué began his footballing career at a young age, joining the FC Barcelona youth academy, La Masia, at the age of ten. However, in 2004, he moved to Manchester United, where he joined their youth academy. Piqué was a part of the Manchester United team that won the FA Youth Cup in 2006.
Barcelona
In 2008, Piqué returned to FC Barcelona, and it was here that his footballing career truly took off. Piqué made his debut for Barcelona in October 2008, and he quickly established himself as a key player in the team. In his first season at Barcelona, Piqué won the treble, which included the La Liga, Copa del Rey, and Champions League titles.
Over the next few years, Piqué continued to be a key player for Barcelona, winning several more titles, including the La Liga, Copa del Rey, and Champions League titles. He formed a formidable partnership with Carles Puyol at the heart of Barcelona’s defence, and his ability to read the game and intercept passes made him one of the best defenders in the world. On 3 November 2022, Piqué announced that he would retire following Barcelona’s La Liga match against Almería on 5 November. Starting as captain, he was substituted off to a standing ovation in the 84th minute of Barcelona’s 2–0 win
Gerard Piqué International Career
Piqué has also had a successful international career, playing for the Spanish national team since 2009. He has made 102 appearances for Spain and scored six goals. Piqué was a part of the Spanish team that won the 2010 FIFA World Cup and the 2012 UEFA European Championship. He was also a member of the Spanish team that finished as runners-up at the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup.
Piqué’s performances for the national team have been impressive, and he has established himself as one of the best defenders in the world. In fact, he is the only defender in history to have scored in three different major international tournaments, namely the 2010 World Cup, the 2012 European Championship, and the 2018 World Cup.
Media and Business Interests
Aside from his footballing career, Piqué has also been involved in several media and business ventures. He founded Kosmos Holding in 2017, a company that invests in sports and entertainment. The company has invested in several ventures, including the Davis Cup, which has undergone a significant overhaul since Piqué’s involvement.
Piqué has also been involved in the music industry, releasing a song with singer Shakira in 2010. The song, “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)”, was the official song of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
Gerard Piqué Personal Life
Gerard Piqué has been in a long-term relationship with Colombian singer Shakira since 2011, and the couple has two children together. Piqué and Shakira are known for their philanthropic work, and they have been involved in several charitable causes. In addition to his philanthropic work, Piqué is also a supporter of Catalan independence. He has been vocal in his support of the movement and has faced criticism.
