Former Barcelona defender Abidal retires

Former France and Barcelona defender Eric Abidal has officially announced his retirement from football.

Fri, 19 Dec, 2014 - 14:30

Former France and Barcelona defender Eric Abidal has officially announced his retirement from football.

The 35-year-old has been playing this season with Greek side Olympiacos, but Saturday’s game against Kalloni AEL will be his last as a professional player.

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