Cristiano Ronaldo has led the tributes to his former Real Madrid and Portugal teammate Pepe after the centre-back announced his retirement. The star won the Champions League with Real Madrid three times and also claimed three La Liga titles and two Copa del Rey trophies. 'Pepe was part of Real Madrid from 2007 to 2017, a decade in which he won everything with our club. 'Pepe has been one of the best defenders of Real Madrid and European football, and will always have the recognition and affection of all Real Madrid. Real Madrid wishes him and his whole family good luck in this new stage of his life.'

Source: Express August 08, 2024 20:01 UTC