Pedro the legend

At an age when many players retire or move to less demanding leagues, Pedro Rodríguez still strides through Serie A as if time has never touched him.

Pedro is playing well, despite his age.

Lazio's official contract extension with the Spanish striker until 2026 is not just a personnel announcement – ​​it's a reaffirmation of the enduring value of class and professionalism.

Turning 38 on July 28th, Pedro has just had an incredible season: 14 goals and 5 assists in 2,089 minutes of play – meaning he contributed to a goal every 110 minutes. Those numbers don't lie. And they're particularly impressive for a player who is no longer the first-choice fitter.

But Pedro was never the type of player who relied solely on speed or youth. He played with a cool head, intelligent feet, and a sharp ability to read the game, honed over more than a decade at the highest level.

The most brilliant moment of the past season? None other than his brace against Inter at Giuseppe Meazza – a match that decided the entire Scudetto race. Pedro brought Inter to a standstill and Napoli officially celebrated. Napoli fans chanted his name in the stands. An impromptu "canonization," but not an exaggeration.

Lazio understands what they possess. Pedro is not only a veteran striker, but also a quiet leader, a symbol of professionalism in the dressing room. With the return of coach Maurizio Sarri - who previously coached him at Chelsea - Lazio continues to place their faith in this highly effective duo.

Sarri's 175 appearances for Pedro are proof of their special relationship. And if Pedro plays another 31 games next season, he will become the second most used player in Sarri's coaching career.

In the match against Inter Milan in the 2024/25 season, Pedro showed his class.

In their contract extension statement, the "Biancoceleste" called him "a winner of every international club title, the embodiment of experience, balance, and dedication." This praise is well-deserved. Pedro needs no further proof: World Cup, Euro, Champions League, La Liga, Premier League – he has it all. And now, Pedro chooses to continue fighting, not to build more titles, but to inspire.

As football increasingly becomes consumed by the pace and age, Pedro is living proof that true class has no expiration date. A new contract, another season for Serie A fans to witness: Pedro - a legend who refuses to step down.

Source: https://znews.vn/huyen-thoai-pedro-post1561396.html