Today Patrick Vieira has called time on his playing career, quite fitting that he does it on Bastille Day, a national holiday in France.Paddy will no doubt go down as one of the best midfielders to not only grace the Premiership, but the world game. He has done it all won countless League and Cup titles with Arsenal, Inter Milan and Man City, but also World and European titles with France.
His rivalry with Manchester United's Roy Keane was not only entertaining, but also intense. These were two very similar players who played with their heart on their sleeves, and always gave 100%, and when they faced each other it always got heated.
But that's just one of the many reasons why the fans loved Vieira, he didn't back down from anyone, and led us to the highest of heights. Arsene Wenger has gone as far as saying Paddy was the best player he ever bought.
Not only is he a great player and leader on the pitch, but behind the scenes as well, which is why every player who has ever played with him can't speak any higher of this Great Giant.
Vieira now takes up a role with Manchester City as Football Development Executive, where he will help the development of Young Players. I personally can't see a better man for the job, he's been there and done it all, he offers so much experience and advice that young up and coming players need in order to nurture them correctly.
Vieira said about the new position "This role is a fantastic new challenge for me, and I am very grateful to Manchester City for offering me this opportunity". He goes on to say "I am very happy to have been given the chance to stay and develop my career away from the pitch".
Patrick Vieira roll of honour -
Arsenal
Premiership 1997/98, 2001/02, 2003/04
FA Cup 1997/98, 2001/02, 2002/03, 2004/05
Community Shield 1998, 1999, 2002, 2004
Internazionale
Serie A 2006/07, 2007/08, 2008/09, 2009/10
Supercoppa 2006, 2008
Manchester City
FA Cup 2010/11
France
World Cup 1998
European Championship 2000
Confederations Cup 2001
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