“I don’t have Romario’s technique, Overman’s pace or Kluivert’s strength. But I work harder than the others. I’m like the student who is not as clever, but revises for his exams and does OK in the end.” – Carles Puyol
Puyol is one of Barcelona‘s longest serving captains, who has dedicated himself by serving as captain since 2003. He is a unique player and a source of inspiration for the youth. The curly haired skipper is an irreplaceable legend of the Barca squad. He can be compared to an army leader who sends his army to fight battles and returns with victory and heads held high. His captaincy has given Barca a stable team right from the defence to the attack. His 8 year experience as a captain has earned him more trophies he can ever imagine. He has give his heart and soul to the club by winning 5 La Liga titles and 3 Champions League wins. He has always boosted Barca’s spirits mentally and physically.
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The UEFA club best defender of 2006 has made fine and crucial tackles. He is the hub of Barca’s defence. He plays his role very well and the same time instructs others to be at their best and give their complete self.
“He’s someone who, even if you’re winning 3–0 and there’s a few seconds left in the game will shout at the top of his voice at you if he thinks your concentration is going.” - Gerard Pique
He has 377 caps with Barcelona and 11 goals to his credit. Known for his headers and positioning ability, Puyol has shared a great partnership with Pique on the pitch. He is one of the greatest living legends on the field and still continues to be. He is a strict disciplinarian,who is very humble and simple in his attitude. He believes in the term ‘FAIR PLAY’ and tries to apply it in the Barca squad.
Another player has described him as a “Pain in the a**e and that’s exactly what we need”.
Puyol was part of UEFA Team of the year 2010 is a player who shows the spirit of football and is against racism by all means. He picks very few yellow cards per season. The 34 year old lad has won 18 major titles with Barca and 2008 Euro Cup and 2010 FIFA World Cup with Spain.
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