The Spaniard Santi Cazorla has drawn the curtain on his professional football career, after deciding to hang up his boots permanently at the age of 41, ending a long journey full of giving on the green rectangle.
Santi Cazorla
Club: Real Oviedo
Cazorla's decision to retire came after a historic achievement with his club Real Oviedo, where he succeeded in leading them back to the Spanish first division, to live the "last dance" in La Liga, and conclude his career through the gate of achievement.
Cazorla is considered one of the legends of Spanish football, having had an extended career across the fields of Spain, Qatar, and England, leaving a special artistic mark thanks to his exceptional talent and magical touches in midfield.
— Santi Cazorla (@19SCazorla) July 2, 2026
Despite his outstanding performances, injuries prevented him from reaching higher horizons, as they disrupted his career at more than one stop.
With this decision, Santi Cazorla closes the chapter of an exceptional player, who etched his name in the memory of football fans, thanks to his personality on the field, and his insistence on returning and shining despite all the difficulties.
Cazorla played a total of 774 matches with clubs, scoring 144 goals and assisting 156 others.
He won the European Championship twice with the Spanish national team, the FA Cup twice with Arsenal, the Community Shield twice with Arsenal, the Qatari league twice with Al Sadd, the Qatar Cup twice with Al Sadd, and the European Intertoto Cup once with Villarreal.
