Mega party at Pizarro’s farewell: the football world bows to the Bundesliga legend
Bundesliga”FC Schalke 04 v SV Werder Bremen”
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Claudio Pizarro said goodbye in the form of a farewell game: the Bundesliga star kicked for Bayern and Werder Bremen.
Claudio Pizarro said goodbye to the football stage on Saturday evening in the form of a farewell game. The Peruvian attacker, who played for FC Bayern, Werder Bremen and the Chelsea FC played, celebrated a really big party at the end.
Claudio Pizarro had to wait two years for his farewell game due to the corona pandemic. But this turned into a big party, where 40,500 fans, professionals and celebrities bowed to the storm legend. “I can only say thank you to all the fans. I’m really happy that I was able to play my last game here. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. It was the perfect ending,” explained an emotionally affected Pizarro.
A total of three teams took part in the farewell game, all of which featured the oldest goalscorer in Bundesliga history. Arjen Robben, Mario Gomez and Giovane Élber, among others, started for FC Bayern. Wiese, Ailton and Micoud played for Bremen. The third team, the “Claudios Amigos”, featured Max Kruse and TV star Joko Winterscheidt. The Pizarro party started early, especially since the Peruvian scored the first goal of the game against Tim Wiese.
Pizarro celebrated by companions: “A great guy”
After the game, his ex-colleagues paid tribute to the 197-time Bundesliga goal scorer.
“I’ve always loved being on the pitch with him. He understands the game like no other. He’s also a great guy. He deserves this farewell,” said Arjen Robben.
“He was first my idol, then my team-mate. He’s the only player I’ve ever asked for a shirt,” said Mario Gomez.
However, the Bundesliga legend was also incredibly popular off the pitch and was well-regarded for his positive personality. “He was always beaming, whether we won 5-0 or lost 5-0,” explained Torsten Frings, while Ailton added. “If I ever had trouble with my wife, I would call him to get rid of frustration and get advice.”
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This article was originally published on 90min.com/de as Mega party at Pizarro’s farewell: the football world bows to the Bundesliga legend released.