I clawed my way to the top but need a break - Azpilicueta
Cesar Azpilicueta says it is time to move to "a different stage of life" following a glorious 20-year playing career, notably captaining Chelsea to several titles.
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"When I was a kid my parents pushed me to get good grades and finish school."
— Cesar Azpilicueta , Athlete
"It was time to stop playing football because, even though I could probably still play, I didn't have the energy to commit myself fully for an entire season."
— Cesar Azpilicueta , Athlete
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Cesar Azpilicueta says it is time to move to "a different stage of life" following a glorious 20-year playing career, notably captaining Chelsea to several titles.
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