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The Super Eagles star responded to Pepe, the former Real Madrid player, who announced his retirement from football on Thursday.
Pepe announced his retirement from football, capping an incredible 23-year career during which he received every major game trophy.
The defender enjoyed a happy career as a great player for Real Madrid, where he won four Primeira Liga titles with Porto in addition to three league and three UEFA Champions League wins.
In addition, he played 878 matches and won 34 trophies during his career, playing a crucial part in Portugal's victory in the 2016 European Championship.
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20:09 - 08.08.2024
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates his ‘unique brother’ as Pepe retires from football
Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo left a message for his former Real Madrid and Portugal teammate Pepe, who decided to call time on his career
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16:31 - 08.08.2024
Portugal legend and ex Real Madrid star with 143 caps retires from football
This Former Real Madrid and Portugal star has officially retired from football after an illustrious, trophy-laden career.
Zaidu react to Pepe’s retirement
Zaidu Sanusi has taken to his social media account to pay tribute to his club captain, Pepe after he announced his retirement.
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The Super Eagles defender joins Cristiano Ronaldo, who hailed the legendary defender whom he played with at Real Madrid.
The 27-year-old wrote on his official X account, saying, “Thank you, legend @officialpepe."
Pepe's last appearance for Portugal came during last month's European Championship quarterfinal battle against France.
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Pepe continued to perform at a high level during his last days on the pitch, thrilling spectators with performances straight out of the past at Euro 2024.
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The Portuguese team ultimately lost to France in the quarterfinals, which probably made the defender have to make a choice.
Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo has also joined in celebrating his club and country teammate Pepe as he retires from football.
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