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Fernandinho Retires: Manchester City Legend Ends Football Career

11/22/2025

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Fernandinho, a Brazilian midfielder, has announced his retirement from professional football at age 40.
He said he has achieved everything he could and that it is time to spend time with his family.
He won five Premier League titles and six League Cups with Manchester City, and had successes at Shakhtar Donetsk.
Following his return to Athletico Paranaense, he had not played since December 2024.
His legacy at Manchester City remains strong.

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Fernandinho, a Brazilian midfielder, has announced his retirement from professional football at age 40.
He said he has achieved everything he could and that it is time to spend time with his family.
He won five Premier League titles and six League Cups with Manchester City, and had successes at Shakhtar Donetsk.
Following his return to Athletico Paranaense, he had not played since December 2024.
His legacy at Manchester City remains strong.