21.11.2025 10:10
Manchester City's unforgettable Brazilian midfielder Fernandinho announced that he has ended his football career at the age of 40. Fernandinho said, "I am tired now. There is nothing left in football that motivates me. I have achieved everything I could. Now it's time to spend time with my family."
The Brazilian midfielder Fernandinho, who is etched in memory with his unforgettable performance at Manchester City, announced that he is ending his active football career at the age of 40.
"I HAVE NO MOTIVATION LEFT"
Fernandinho announced his retirement decision in a statement to the Brazilian press. The 40-year-old experienced player said, "I am tired now. I ran for about 30 minutes today and felt exhausted. There is nothing left in football that motivates me. I have achieved everything I could. Now it's time to spend time with my family." as he bid farewell to football.
BRIGHT CAREER
Starting his professional career in Brazil, Fernandinho experienced his brightest period wearing the Manchester City jersey. With the English team, he achieved significant successes such as 5 Premier League titles and 6 English League Cups. During his years filled with championships at Shakhtar Donetsk, he made club history by winning 6 Ukrainian League titles, 4 Ukrainian Cups, and 1 UEFA Cup. Most recently, the Brazilian star played for Athletico Paranaense in his home country, leaving behind a career filled with successes both in Europe and South America.
NATIONAL TEAM CAREER
Fernandinho represented the Brazilian National Team 53 times and scored 2 goals in those matches.