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Pedro Rodríguez hangs up his boots after 841 matches and a record-breaking career at Barça
Pedro Rodríguez, the legendary “Pedrito” of Barça, has announced his retirement from football. The forward leaves behind 841 matches, more than 200 goals, and a collection of titles that few can match. On Friday, he will celebrate his farewell at the Auditori 1899.
The forward from Tenerife says goodbye to football with a record few can match
Who doesn’t remember that goal in the Champions final or his tireless sprints down the wing? Pedro Rodríguez, the eternal “Pedrito” for many culés, has decided to bring his professional football career to an end. He announced it himself on social media, with a direct message: he feels the time has come and leaves proud to have fulfilled his dream.
The 39-year-old forward from Tenerife had been without a team for a few months after his contract with Lazio ended in June. But his legacy goes far beyond his last spell in Italy: Pedro bows out with 841 official matches and more than 200 goals, a figure within reach of very few.
An impressive list of honours
During his seven seasons with Barcelona’s first team, Pedro played 321 matches and scored 99 goals. But what really sets him apart is his collection of trophies: five Ligas, three Champions, three Copas del Rey, four Supercopas de España, three Supercopas de Europa and two Mundiales de Clubs. And if that weren’t enough, with the Spanish national team he lifted the World Cup in 2010 and the European Championship in 2012.
The year that changed everything
There’s one statistic that sums up Pedro’s impact at Barcelona: in 2009, under Guardiola, he managed to score in all six competitions he played that year. Lliga, Copa del Rei, Supercopa d’Espanya, Champions, Supercopa d’Europa y Mundial de Clubs. A feat achieved by very few, making him a key part of that legendary team.
A farewell with a message and a date
Pedro wanted to say goodbye with heartfelt words: “I feel it’s the right time. I leave proud to have lived my dream and for all the people who were by my side to make it come true. Thank you, football, for making me so happy.” On Friday the 9th, at 11:30, he will hold a farewell event at the Auditori 1899, where memories and emotions are sure to be in abundance.
The legacy of a universal Canary Islander
Pedro Rodríguez leaves behind more than just numbers and trophies. He leaves a way of understanding football based on effort, humility, and effectiveness. His story shows that sometimes, neighbourhood dreams can end up at the very top of world football. And in Barcelona, his name will forever be linked to one of the club’s brightest eras.
When: Friday, 9 October 2026, 11:30 Where: Auditori 1899, Barcelona