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Paul Scholes
Veteran midfielder who spent his career at Manchester United's Paul Scholes, and was first trained with Manchester United at age 14 after being discovered by a talent scout at school, and made his debut for United in the 1994-95 season. Scholes represented the England national team 1997 to 2004, participated in the 1998 and 2002 World Cup, and UEFA Euro 2000 and UEFA Euro 2004.
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Cristiano Ronaldo
Soccer Lovers Who Do not know where the striker who had a handsome face portugal nationality as well, now he plays for Real Madrid FC. In 1997, he moved to Sporting Clube de Portugal giants. Ronaldo's precocious talent attracted the attention of Manchester United. The following season, Ronaldo won the honor of his first club, the FA Cup and played in Euro 2004 with Portugal. Ronaldo scored his first international goal in the tournament opener against Greece, and also helped Portugal reach the final.
Personal information
Full name : Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro
Date of birth : 5 February 1985 (age 26)
Place of birth : Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
Height : 1.86 m (6 ft 1 in)
Playing position : Winger / Striker
Full name : Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro
Date of birth : 5 February 1985 (age 26)
Place of birth : Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
Height : 1.86 m (6 ft 1 in)
Playing position : Winger / Striker
Club information
Current club : Real Madrid
Number : 7
Club Career
Sporting Clube de Portugal
Ronaldo joined Sporting with other young players who Trained at Academy Sporting club football academy, in Alcochete. Staff are made aware of the condition and Sporting Ronaldo Gave Her mother's authorization for him to go to the hospital. The operation took place in the morning and Ronaldo out of the hospital in late afternoon,. He is back training only a few hours later, In November 2002, Ronaldo was invited to the Arsenal training, London Colney to meet manager Arsene Wenger and the coaching staff.
Wenger, who are interested in signing the midfielder had arranged to meet with Representatives of Ronaldo Formation (Suggested who the player was originally to Gérard Houllier, the Liverpool manager) Following in the months to discuss the Transfer Arrangements. Ronaldo's performance impressed the Manchester United players, who urged Ferguson to sign hin.
Wenger, who are interested in signing the midfielder had arranged to meet with Representatives of Ronaldo Formation (Suggested who the player was originally to Gérard Houllier, the Liverpool manager) Following in the months to discuss the Transfer Arrangements. Ronaldo's performance impressed the Manchester United players, who urged Ferguson to sign hin.
Manchester United
Ronaldo Became the first player ever Portuguese Manchester United When He signed for € 15,000,000 (£ 12,240,000) after the 2002-03 season. Ronaldo to end his first season em football by scoring the opening goal in United's 3-0 FA Cup victory over Millwall end. He scored United's Premier League in 1000 on October 29, 2005 in losing 4-1 to Middlesbrough. Ronaldo won the second em football trophy in the 2005-06 season, scoring the third goal in Manchester United's 4-0 Football League Cup final against Wigan Athletic.
2006-2009
2006-2007 season proved to be a breakout year for Ronaldo, because he broke the 20 goal barrier for the first time and took his first league title with Manchester United. In November and December 2006, Ronaldo received Barclays Consecutive players an award from the Moon, Becoming only the third player in history to the Premier League so after Dennis Bergkamp in 1997 and Robbie Fowler in 1996. He scored 50 goals against local rivals Manchester United Manchester City on May 5, 2007 United claimed the Premier League Their first title in four years, and he was elected to a second player Consecutive FIFPro Special Young of the Year at the end of the year.
Ronaldo Collected a number of personal awards for the season. He won the PFA Players Player 'of the Year and PFA Young Player of the Year awards, joining Andy Gray (1977) as the only players to receive this honor. Also Ronaldo was one of eight players named Manchester States in 2006-07 PFA Premier League Team of the Year.
Ronaldo said he had "Learned a lot" of experience and will not let players "provoke" hin in the future After only scoring in the Champions League away. match against Sporting, Ronaldo scored the winning goal Also in the injury time Manchester United's fixture back upon Their Champions League group.
Ronaldo scored his first hat trick for Manchester United in a 6-0 victory against Newcastle United at Old Trafford on January 12, 2008, Bringing up Manchester United to the top of the Premiership he scored twenty-three league goals. season in a 2-0 win against Reading, equaling the total amount of time for the 2006-07 season During the Champions League first knockout round 1-1.
On March 19, 2008, Ronaldo captained England for the first time in his career in the home win over Bolton, scoring two goals in a 2-0 win. Ronaldo scored the other goal in a 4-0 win over Aston Villa on March 29, at That Time Which Gave hin 35 goals in 37 domestic and European matches Both the starter and the substitute.
In the 2007-08 Champions League final on 21 May against league rivals Chelsea, Ronaldo scored the opening goal after 26 minutes, Which negated by a Chelsea equalizer in the 45th minute When the match ended 1-1 after extra time. Ronaldo was named the UEFA Fans' Man Match, and wrapped the campaign with a career-high 42 goals in all competitions, falling four short of a team-record mark of 46 Denis Law in 1963-64 season.
Manchester United filed a complaint with FIFA on June 9 disturbance, over Alleged Madrid's pursuit of Ronaldo, but FIFA Declined to take any action.
In a 5-0 win over Stoke City on 15 November 2008, Ronaldo scored his 100 and 101 in all competitions for Manchester United, Both drink from the kick. Ronaldo Became Manchester United's first Ballon d'Or recipient since George Best in 1968. Ronaldo scored 40-yard game-winning goal to the U.S. advanced to the semifinals. He later called it the best goals ever scored. Ronaldo to Participate in the second Successive Champions League final but made little impact in United's 2-0 loss to Barcelo
Ronaldo made his debut in Madrid on July 21 in a 1-0 win over Shamrock Rovers On August 29, Ronaldo sealed his La Liga debut with a goal, scored Real's second goal from the penalty spot in the 3-2 home win against Deportivo La Coruña On 15. September, Ronaldo scored two free kicks in with a 5-2 win over Zurich far, his first goal for Real's Champions League. Ronaldo and Gonzalo Higuain scored 53 goals During the season and Became the highest scoring duo of Real Their league in history.
2010-2011 Season
With the departure of Raul During the summer of 2010, Ronaldo was handed No. 7 Real Madrid jersey. On October 23, 2010, Ronaldo scored four goals against Racing de Santander, the most goals he ever scored in a single game. This completed the six-goal run of consecutive games (three in La Liga, one in the Champions League, and two for Portugal) where Ronaldo scored a goal in every game, a total of 11 goals, Ronaldo has scored the most in a month . Before the 5-0 defeat of Real Madrid with Barcelona at Camp Nou, Ronaldo scored the second hat-trick in La Liga this season in a 5-1 win over Athletic Bilbao. Ronaldo began his scoring Spree by scoring two crucial goals in a tight 3-2 win away to Getafe.
One game away from the middle of the season, Ronaldo has a chance a very clear violation of Telmo Zarra and Hugo Sanchez's record of 38 League goals in one season, Because he is The League's top scorer with 22 goals, on top of Lionel Messi. However, shortly afterwards, Ronaldo suffered the Biggest Goal Drought in his entire career, scored only 2 in more than a month.
The League During the second edition of El Clásico, Ronaldo scored from the penalty spot and took his tally to 41 goals, also taking scoring streak to four games. On April 20, Ronaldo scored the winning goal against Barcelona in minute 103 of the Copa del Rey final. Three days later he reached 49 goals for this season, scoring another hat-trick in a 4-0 home win against Getafe.
On May 21, he scored two goals in The League last season against Almeria, Bringing the total to 41 Pichichi, and La Liga number to 40, Becoming the first player and only scored 40 goals in La Liga season. Sports newspaper Marca, the which Pichichi Trophy awards, including goals scored on 18 September 2010 for Real Sociedad in a matter of Ronaldo's goal, the which was Officially attributed to Pepe. If this goal given to Ronaldo, the purpose of calculating his Pichichi Trophy Will count 41 goals.
2011-2012 Season
Real Madrid's pre-season began with a 4-1 win over the Los Angeles Galaxy MLS team, with goals from Callejon, Joselu, Ronaldo, Benzema and four days later. Ronaldo scored a second half hat-trick in a 3-0 win against Guadalajara. Ronaldo's preseason performance was highly praised as the world's Media Continues to call Ronaldo's extreme competitiveness and motivation, even During a friendly match. On September 24, Ronaldo scored a hat-trick (including two Penalties) in a 6-2 defeat of Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu Rayo Vallecano. This is the ninth La Liga hat-trick and tenth hat-trick for Real Madrid. On September 27 Real Ronaldo scored the opening goal in a 3-0 defeat of Ajax in the Champions League. On October 22, after not scoring a goal in three matches, Ronaldo scored ten league hat-trick and Eleventh in total for Real Madrid in a match away to Malaga, the which Real Madrid won 4-0.
On 19 November 2011., Ronaldo scored Real's second goal in 2 -3 beat Valencia. On 26 November, 2011, Ronaldo scored two Penalties in a 4-1 defeat of Atletico Madrid in El Derbi madrileño. On December 3, 2011, Ronaldo scored the second goal in Madrid's 0-3 defeat of Sporting de Gijón in La Liga. On 17 December 2011, Ronaldo scored twelve league hat-trick and Thirteenth overalls in the 6-2 away to Sevilla.
2010-2011 Season
With the departure of Raul During the summer of 2010, Ronaldo was handed No. 7 Real Madrid jersey. On October 23, 2010, Ronaldo scored four goals against Racing de Santander, the most goals he ever scored in a single game. This completed the six-goal run of consecutive games (three in La Liga, one in the Champions League, and two for Portugal) where Ronaldo scored a goal in every game, a total of 11 goals, Ronaldo has scored the most in a month . Before the 5-0 defeat of Real Madrid with Barcelona at Camp Nou, Ronaldo scored the second hat-trick in La Liga this season in a 5-1 win over Athletic Bilbao. Ronaldo began his scoring Spree by scoring two crucial goals in a tight 3-2 win away to Getafe.
One game away from the middle of the season, Ronaldo has a chance a very clear violation of Telmo Zarra and Hugo Sanchez's record of 38 League goals in one season, Because he is The League's top scorer with 22 goals, on top of Lionel Messi. However, shortly afterwards, Ronaldo suffered the Biggest Goal Drought in his entire career, scored only 2 in more than a month.
The League During the second edition of El Clásico, Ronaldo scored from the penalty spot and took his tally to 41 goals, also taking scoring streak to four games. On April 20, Ronaldo scored the winning goal against Barcelona in minute 103 of the Copa del Rey final. Three days later he reached 49 goals for this season, scoring another hat-trick in a 4-0 home win against Getafe.
On May 21, he scored two goals in The League last season against Almeria, Bringing the total to 41 Pichichi, and La Liga number to 40, Becoming the first player and only scored 40 goals in La Liga season. Sports newspaper Marca, the which Pichichi Trophy awards, including goals scored on 18 September 2010 for Real Sociedad in a matter of Ronaldo's goal, the which was Officially attributed to Pepe. If this goal given to Ronaldo, the purpose of calculating his Pichichi Trophy Will count 41 goals.
2011-2012 Season
Real Madrid's pre-season began with a 4-1 win over the Los Angeles Galaxy MLS team, with goals from Callejon, Joselu, Ronaldo, Benzema and four days later. Ronaldo scored a second half hat-trick in a 3-0 win against Guadalajara. Ronaldo's preseason performance was highly praised as the world's Media Continues to call Ronaldo's extreme competitiveness and motivation, even During a friendly match. On September 24, Ronaldo scored a hat-trick (including two Penalties) in a 6-2 defeat of Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu Rayo Vallecano. This is the ninth La Liga hat-trick and tenth hat-trick for Real Madrid. On September 27 Real Ronaldo scored the opening goal in a 3-0 defeat of Ajax in the Champions League. On October 22, after not scoring a goal in three matches, Ronaldo scored ten league hat-trick and Eleventh in total for Real Madrid in a match away to Malaga, the which Real Madrid won 4-0.
On 19 November 2011., Ronaldo scored Real's second goal in 2 -3 beat Valencia. On 26 November, 2011, Ronaldo scored two Penalties in a 4-1 defeat of Atletico Madrid in El Derbi madrileño. On December 3, 2011, Ronaldo scored the second goal in Madrid's 0-3 defeat of Sporting de Gijón in La Liga. On 17 December 2011, Ronaldo scored twelve league hat-trick and Thirteenth overalls in the 6-2 away to Sevilla.
International Career
Euro 2004
Ronaldo was Called for Euro 2004, scoring in 2-1 group stage loss to Greece and the champion finally 2-1 semifinal victory over the Netherlands.
World Cup 2006
Ronaldo's second highest scorer in FIFA World Cup qualification in the European zone with seven goals, and scored the first World Cup goal against Iran with a penalty kick. During the quarter-final match against England on July 1, 2006, Ronaldo States teammate Wayne Rooney sent off for stamping on Ricardo Carvalho of Portugal.
On 4 July, Elizondo explained That Rooney's red card for a foul and not a fight the between Rooney and Ronaldo That Followed. In response to Speculation, Ferguson sent Portuguese assistant manager Carlos Queiroz to speak to Ronaldo in an Attempt to change his mind, a sentiment shared by Rooney. Ronaldo stayed, and signed his new five-year extension in April 2007. FIFA Technical Study Group Awarded the honor to Germany's Lukas Podolski, citing Ronaldo's behavior as a factor in the decision.
Post-World Cup
One day after his 22nd birthday, Portugal captain Ronaldo for the first time in a friendly against Brazil on February 6, 2007. Portugal coach Luiz Felipe Scolari explained, "Mr..
Euro 2008
Ronaldo scored eight goals in Portugal UEFA Euro 2008 qualifying campaign, behind Poland Ebi Smolarek, but finished with just one goal in the tournament as Portugal were the resource persons eliminated in the quarter-finals by Germany. When Carlos Queiroz named Portugal's new coach in July 2008, he was appointed as team captain Ronaldo.
2010 World Cup
On June 15, 2010, at the World Cup opener against Ivory Coast Portugal, Ronaldo is handled by the right-back Guy Demel, who led the arguments for and Both were the resource persons booked. The
Ronaldo was Called for Euro 2004, scoring in 2-1 group stage loss to Greece and the champion finally 2-1 semifinal victory over the Netherlands.
World Cup 2006
Ronaldo's second highest scorer in FIFA World Cup qualification in the European zone with seven goals, and scored the first World Cup goal against Iran with a penalty kick. During the quarter-final match against England on July 1, 2006, Ronaldo States teammate Wayne Rooney sent off for stamping on Ricardo Carvalho of Portugal.
On 4 July, Elizondo explained That Rooney's red card for a foul and not a fight the between Rooney and Ronaldo That Followed. In response to Speculation, Ferguson sent Portuguese assistant manager Carlos Queiroz to speak to Ronaldo in an Attempt to change his mind, a sentiment shared by Rooney. Ronaldo stayed, and signed his new five-year extension in April 2007. FIFA Technical Study Group Awarded the honor to Germany's Lukas Podolski, citing Ronaldo's behavior as a factor in the decision.
Post-World Cup
One day after his 22nd birthday, Portugal captain Ronaldo for the first time in a friendly against Brazil on February 6, 2007. Portugal coach Luiz Felipe Scolari explained, "Mr..
Euro 2008
Ronaldo scored eight goals in Portugal UEFA Euro 2008 qualifying campaign, behind Poland Ebi Smolarek, but finished with just one goal in the tournament as Portugal were the resource persons eliminated in the quarter-finals by Germany. When Carlos Queiroz named Portugal's new coach in July 2008, he was appointed as team captain Ronaldo.
2010 World Cup
On June 15, 2010, at the World Cup opener against Ivory Coast Portugal, Ronaldo is handled by the right-back Guy Demel, who led the arguments for and Both were the resource persons booked. The
Personal Life
Ronaldo's father, Jose Dinis Aveiro, Died of a heart condition related to alcoholism in September 2005 at the age of 52 Ronaldo was 20. Ronaldo's autobiography, entitled Moments, was published in December 2007 Along with one of his sisters., Ronaldo opened a fashion boutique with the name "CR7" (his initials and shirt number).
On June 9, 2010, Madame Tussauds wax statue unveiled in London Ronaldo as part of the build-up to the World Cup. Ronaldo joined by fellow players Steven Gerrard, Pelé and David Beckham at the venue. Ronaldo Announced That Had he become a father on July 3, 2010. Child, named Cristiano Ronaldo is full custody.
Previously Ronaldo dated British model Gemma Atkinson and Alice Goodwin, and since early 2010, he has been dating Russian model Irina Shayk. On 5 December 2011, Cristiano launched an iPhone game Called Heads Up with Cristiano.
On June 9, 2010, Madame Tussauds wax statue unveiled in London Ronaldo as part of the build-up to the World Cup. Ronaldo joined by fellow players Steven Gerrard, Pelé and David Beckham at the venue. Ronaldo Announced That Had he become a father on July 3, 2010. Child, named Cristiano Ronaldo is full custody.
Previously Ronaldo dated British model Gemma Atkinson and Alice Goodwin, and since early 2010, he has been dating Russian model Irina Shayk. On 5 December 2011, Cristiano launched an iPhone game Called Heads Up with Cristiano.
Honours
Club
Sporting Clube de Portugal
Primeira Liga : 1
2001-02
Taça de Portugal : 1
2001–02
Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira : 1
2002
Manchester United
Premier League : 3
2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09
FA Cup : 1
2003–04
League Cup : 2
2005–06, 2008–09
FA Community Shield : 1
2007
UEFA Champions League : 1
2007–08
FIFA Club World Cup : 1
2008
Real Madrid
Copa del Rey : 1
2010–11
Individual
UEFA Euro All-Star Team : 1
2004
Bravo Award : 1
2004
FIFPro Special Young Player of the Year : 2
2004, 2005
Portuguese Footballer of the Year : 1
2006–07
UEFA Team of the Year : 5
2003–04, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10
Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year : 3
2003–04, 2006–07, 2007–08
FIFA/FIFPro World XI : 5
2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2010, 2011
PFA Young Player of the Year : 1
2006–07
PFA Players' Player of the Year : 2
2006–07, 2007–08
PFA Fans' Player of the Year : 2
2006–07, 2007–08
PFA Premier League Team of the Year : 4
2005–06, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09
FWA Footballer of the Year : 2
2006–07, 2007–08
Barclays Player of the Season : 2
2006–07, 2007–08
Premier League Player of the Month : 4
November 2006, December 2006, January 2008, March 2008
Premier League Golden Boot : 1
2007–08
Barclays Merit Award : 1
2007–08
UEFA Champions League Topscorer : 1
2007–08
European Golden Shoe : 2
2007–08, 2010–11
UEFA Club Forward of the Year : 1
2007–08
UEFA Club Footballer of the Year : 1
2007–08
FIFA Club World Cup Silver Ball : 1
2008
Ballon d'Or : 1
2008
FIFA World Player of the Year : 1
2008
FIFPro World Player of the Year : 1
2008
Onze d'Or : 1
2008
World Soccer Player of the Year: 1
2008
FIFA Puskás Award: 1
2009
Copa del Rey top goalscorer: 1
2010–11
La Liga top scorer: 1
2010–11
Sporting Clube de Portugal
Primeira Liga : 1
2001-02
Taça de Portugal : 1
2001–02
Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira : 1
2002
Manchester United
Premier League : 3
2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09
FA Cup : 1
2003–04
League Cup : 2
2005–06, 2008–09
FA Community Shield : 1
2007
UEFA Champions League : 1
2007–08
FIFA Club World Cup : 1
2008
Real Madrid
Copa del Rey : 1
2010–11
Individual
UEFA Euro All-Star Team : 1
2004
Bravo Award : 1
2004
FIFPro Special Young Player of the Year : 2
2004, 2005
Portuguese Footballer of the Year : 1
2006–07
UEFA Team of the Year : 5
2003–04, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10
Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year : 3
2003–04, 2006–07, 2007–08
FIFA/FIFPro World XI : 5
2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2010, 2011
PFA Young Player of the Year : 1
2006–07
PFA Players' Player of the Year : 2
2006–07, 2007–08
PFA Fans' Player of the Year : 2
2006–07, 2007–08
PFA Premier League Team of the Year : 4
2005–06, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09
FWA Footballer of the Year : 2
2006–07, 2007–08
Barclays Player of the Season : 2
2006–07, 2007–08
Premier League Player of the Month : 4
November 2006, December 2006, January 2008, March 2008
Premier League Golden Boot : 1
2007–08
Barclays Merit Award : 1
2007–08
UEFA Champions League Topscorer : 1
2007–08
European Golden Shoe : 2
2007–08, 2010–11
UEFA Club Forward of the Year : 1
2007–08
UEFA Club Footballer of the Year : 1
2007–08
FIFA Club World Cup Silver Ball : 1
2008
Ballon d'Or : 1
2008
FIFA World Player of the Year : 1
2008
FIFPro World Player of the Year : 1
2008
Onze d'Or : 1
2008
World Soccer Player of the Year: 1
2008
FIFA Puskás Award: 1
2009
Copa del Rey top goalscorer: 1
2010–11
La Liga top scorer: 1
2010–11
Friday, December 30, 2011
Ryan Giggs
Veteran Welsh midfielder Ryan Giggs OBE Joseph is a Welsh professional footballer plays for Manchester United's WHO.Giggs is the most decorated football players in Classic history. During his time in America, he has won 12 Premier League winners Medals, four FA Cup winners Medals, three League Cup winners Medals and two Champions League winners medal.
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Gerard Piqué
The original tall defender upbringing La Masia has ever had docked in Manchester United's Gerard Pique Benabeu this is. He is a Spanish football player, and now he plays as a central defender for FC Barcelona.
Pique has also represented the Spanish National team, making his debut on February 11, 2009. He played an integral role in the Spanish team, dan won the 2010 FIFA World Cup
Pique has also represented the Spanish National team, making his debut on February 11, 2009. He played an integral role in the Spanish team, dan won the 2010 FIFA World Cup
Personal information
Full name : Gerard Pique Bernabeu
Full name : Gerard Pique Bernabeu
Date of birth : February 2, 1987 (age 24)
Place of birth : Barcelona, Spain
Height : 1.92 m (6 ft 4 in)
Place of birth : Barcelona, Spain
Height : 1.92 m (6 ft 4 in)
Playing position : Centre back
Club information
Current club : Barcelona
Number : 3
Early Career
Born in Barcelona, Catalonia, Piqué started his career in FC Barcelona's youth teams as a defensive midfielder, but before he signed his first professional contract with the club, he decided to join Manchester United. The Premier League side did not pay a fee for Piqué as he was too young to have a professional contra.
Born in Barcelona, Catalonia, Piqué started his career in FC Barcelona's youth teams as a defensive midfielder, but before he signed his first professional contract with the club, he decided to join Manchester United. The Premier League side did not pay a fee for Piqué as he was too young to have a professional contra.
Manchester United
Pique made his debut for Manchester United in October 2004, as a late replacement for John O'Shea in a 3-0 League Cup victory at Crewe Alexandra as a center back. He made his full debut on 29 March 2006 against West Ham United, in a Premier League match at Old Trafford, playing at right back, as Gary Neville was unavailable through injury. On 4 August 2006, however, La Liga side Real Zaragoza secured Piqué on a season-long loan.
Had Sir Alex Ferguson intended to assess Pique's form at La Romareda on 6 May, prior to a meeting where the two parties would discuss Pique's future prospects with the club. Pique's return to Old Trafford saw him make-nine leagues Appearances During the 2007-08 season. He scored on his first start in the Champions League, a 4-0 home win against Dynamo Kyiv on 7 November 2007, as Pique scored the first of Manchester United's four goals in that match.
Had Sir Alex Ferguson intended to assess Pique's form at La Romareda on 6 May, prior to a meeting where the two parties would discuss Pique's future prospects with the club. Pique's return to Old Trafford saw him make-nine leagues Appearances During the 2007-08 season. He scored on his first start in the Champions League, a 4-0 home win against Dynamo Kyiv on 7 November 2007, as Pique scored the first of Manchester United's four goals in that match.
Return to Barcelona

On 27 May 2008, Pique signed a four-year contract with Barcelona, with a € 50 million buy-out clause. Barcelona paid a £ 5 million fee for the player. Manchester United is a great club and I enjoyed winning Things. Pique's first goal for Barcelona came in the club's 5-2 UEFA Champions League group stage win at Sporting CP on 26 November 2008.
On 13 May 2009, he picked up the first trophy of his Barcelona career as he helped his club to a 4-1 victory over Athletic Bilbao in the Copa Del Rey final. Three days later, Barcelona clinched the league title after Real Madrid lost 3-2 to Villarreal CF, with two games left in the season. On 28 April 2010, Pique scored in Barcelona's semi-final second leg against Internazionale, scoring the only Barcelona goal of the game. Barcelona lost 3-2 on aggregate.
On 2 April 2011, Pique scored the winning goal in an away league match against Villarreal CF, the which saw Barcelona win 1-0, and Hence continue on top of the table for the 17th consecutive week, with an 8-point difference than second -place, longtime Rivals, Real Madrid.
On 13 May 2009, he picked up the first trophy of his Barcelona career as he helped his club to a 4-1 victory over Athletic Bilbao in the Copa Del Rey final. Three days later, Barcelona clinched the league title after Real Madrid lost 3-2 to Villarreal CF, with two games left in the season. On 28 April 2010, Pique scored in Barcelona's semi-final second leg against Internazionale, scoring the only Barcelona goal of the game. Barcelona lost 3-2 on aggregate.
On 2 April 2011, Pique scored the winning goal in an away league match against Villarreal CF, the which saw Barcelona win 1-0, and Hence continue on top of the table for the 17th consecutive week, with an 8-point difference than second -place, longtime Rivals, Real Madrid.
International Career
Piqué was a member of the Spain under-19 side that won the 2006 U-19 European Championship in Poland. In a 2–1 final win against Scotland, Piqué put in a strong performance in defence, hitting the crossbar with a header, and also providing his team's second goal for striker Alberto Bueno.
Subsequently, he played in the 2007 FIFA U-20 World Cup, starting all six of Spain's matches and scoring a goal in the team's come-from-behind 4–2 victory over Brazil in the round of 16.However, Piqué missed the deciding penalty against the Czech Republic and Spain were eliminated at the quarter-final stage.
On 6 February 2009, Piqué was called up to the senior squad for the friendly against England on 11 February. He played the entire match in a 2–0 win, in Seville.
On 28 March 2009, he was called-up as a replacement for injured teammate Carles Puyol, and ended up scoring the only goal in Spain's victory in the 2010 World Cup qualifier against Turkey in Madrid, in what was only his second appearance. Four days later, he also started in Istanbul in a 2–1 win, also in the group stage.
Pique was Spain's first-choice center back playing along side Barcelona teammate Carles Puyol at the World Cup finals in South Africa, starting all seven matches as Spain won the tournament, defeating the Netherlands 1–0 in the final. In Spain's 1–0 group stage defeat to Switzerland, just before Gelson Fernandes scored the only goal of the game, Swiss striker Eren Derdiyok tumbled over Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas and accidentally kicked Piqué in the face, knocking him over and leaving him with a nasty cut beside his right eye.
Subsequently, he played in the 2007 FIFA U-20 World Cup, starting all six of Spain's matches and scoring a goal in the team's come-from-behind 4–2 victory over Brazil in the round of 16.However, Piqué missed the deciding penalty against the Czech Republic and Spain were eliminated at the quarter-final stage.
On 6 February 2009, Piqué was called up to the senior squad for the friendly against England on 11 February. He played the entire match in a 2–0 win, in Seville.
On 28 March 2009, he was called-up as a replacement for injured teammate Carles Puyol, and ended up scoring the only goal in Spain's victory in the 2010 World Cup qualifier against Turkey in Madrid, in what was only his second appearance. Four days later, he also started in Istanbul in a 2–1 win, also in the group stage.
Pique was Spain's first-choice center back playing along side Barcelona teammate Carles Puyol at the World Cup finals in South Africa, starting all seven matches as Spain won the tournament, defeating the Netherlands 1–0 in the final. In Spain's 1–0 group stage defeat to Switzerland, just before Gelson Fernandes scored the only goal of the game, Swiss striker Eren Derdiyok tumbled over Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas and accidentally kicked Piqué in the face, knocking him over and leaving him with a nasty cut beside his right eye.
Personal Life
Piqué was raised in a Catalan family. His father, Joan, is a lawyer, and his mother, Montserrat, is the director of a prestigious spinal injuries hospital. He has a younger brother named Marc. His grandfather, Amador Bernabeu, is the former vice-president of FC Barcelona.
He is very good friends with fellow club colleague Carles Puyol, Gerard has known his friend, Spanish national teammate and Barcelona teammate Cesc Fàbregas since childhood.
Piqué is currently dating Shakira, whom he met in the spring of 2010 . Piqué was also featured in the music video for Shakira's Waka Waka (This Time for Africa), to celebrate South Africa hosting the FIFA World Cup in 2010. Shakira officially confirmed their relationship on March 29, 2011 via Twitter and Facebook posting a picture of the two with a caption reading, "I present to you my sunshine." in Spanish. He uses both Twitter and Facebook to communicate with his fans and friends
He is very good friends with fellow club colleague Carles Puyol, Gerard has known his friend, Spanish national teammate and Barcelona teammate Cesc Fàbregas since childhood.
Piqué is currently dating Shakira, whom he met in the spring of 2010 . Piqué was also featured in the music video for Shakira's Waka Waka (This Time for Africa), to celebrate South Africa hosting the FIFA World Cup in 2010. Shakira officially confirmed their relationship on March 29, 2011 via Twitter and Facebook posting a picture of the two with a caption reading, "I present to you my sunshine." in Spanish. He uses both Twitter and Facebook to communicate with his fans and friends
Honours
Club
Manchester United
Premier League (1) : 2007–08
FA Community Shield (1) : 2007
UEFA Champions League (1) : 2007–08
Barcelona
La Liga (3) : 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11
Spanish Cup (1) : 2008–09
Supercopa de España (3) : 2009, 2010, 2011
UEFA Champions League (2) : 2008–09, 2010–11
UEFA Super Cup (2) : 2009, 2011
FIFA Club World Cup (2) : 2009, 2011
Spain
FIFA World Cup (1) : 2010
Spain U19
UEFA U-19 Championship (1) : 2006
Individual
Don Balón Award: Breakthrough Player 2009
FIFA World XI : 2010
UEFA Team of the Year : 2010
ESM Team of the Year : 2011
Decorations
Gold Medal of the Royal Order of Sporting Merit : 2011
Manchester United
Premier League (1) : 2007–08
FA Community Shield (1) : 2007
UEFA Champions League (1) : 2007–08
Barcelona
La Liga (3) : 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11
Spanish Cup (1) : 2008–09
Supercopa de España (3) : 2009, 2010, 2011
UEFA Champions League (2) : 2008–09, 2010–11
UEFA Super Cup (2) : 2009, 2011
FIFA Club World Cup (2) : 2009, 2011
Spain
FIFA World Cup (1) : 2010
Spain U19
UEFA U-19 Championship (1) : 2006
Individual
Don Balón Award: Breakthrough Player 2009
FIFA World XI : 2010
UEFA Team of the Year : 2010
ESM Team of the Year : 2011
Decorations
Gold Medal of the Royal Order of Sporting Merit : 2011
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