Last weekend, a special event was held at Chase Stadium in Miami for Spanish defender Jordi Alba. Following Inter Miami’s convincing 4-0 victory over Atlanta United, the club organized a ceremony to mark the end of his professional career.
The 36-year-old footballer was one of the standout players of the match, scoring an impressive goal. After the final whistle, Alba received a commemorative jersey with the words “Gracias Jordi,” which was presented to him on the field. The stadium’s big screen showed a video tribute with warm messages from Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez, David Beckham, as well as Alba’s family and friends.
Club owner Jorge Mas noted that since Alba joined the team, his impact has been evident in every aspect. The player himself expressed gratitude to his family, parents, brother, wife, and children for their support throughout his career. He also thanked the fans, his teammates, and the club’s staff for their trust and collaboration.
Jordi Alba emphasized that the team still has an important playoff match ahead, and promised to do his utmost to finish the season on a high note. His retirement follows a similar decision by fellow Spaniard Sergio Busquets, who is also ending his playing career this year.
Among the messages of congratulations were words of appreciation from Lionel Messi, who highlighted their years of playing together and many memorable moments. Luis Suárez called Alba’s career outstanding, while Andrés Iniesta recalled their shared successes with Barcelona and the Spanish national team.
Jordi Alba is bringing his professional football career to a close, leaving a significant mark both in Spanish and international clubs. His contributions to Inter Miami’s successes, as well as his previous teams, have been recognized not only by teammates but also by fans, who bid him a warm farewell from the big stage of sport.
