History of Pedri in Timeline

Pedri, whose full name is Pedro González López, is a Spanish professional footballer renowned for his role as a midfielder for both FC Barcelona in La Liga and the Spain national team. He is highly regarded for his exceptional dribbling, passing accuracy, playmaking abilities, creative flair, high work rate, defensive contributions, and outstanding vision. These qualities have solidified his reputation as one of the premier players in the world of football.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1980: Broke Miguel Tendillo's record

On June 14, 2021, Pedri broke the previous record set by Miguel Tendillo in Euro 1980, becoming the youngest player ever to represent Spain at the European Championships.

November 2002: Birth of Pedro González López

In November 2002, Pedro González López, known as Pedri, was born. He is a Spanish professional footballer.

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2018: Joined Las Palmas's youth setup

In 2018, Pedri joined Las Palmas's youth setup from Juventud Laguna.

2018: Signed for CF Juventud Laguna

In 2018, Pedri signed for CF Juventud Laguna and played there until later that year when he joined Las Palmas's youth setup.

July 2019: Signed professional contract with Las Palmas

In July 2019, at the age of 16, Pedri signed a four-year professional contract with Las Palmas and was promoted to the first team.

August 2019: Professional debut for Las Palmas

On August 18, 2019, at the age of 16, Pedri made his professional debut for Las Palmas in a 0–1 home loss against Huesca in the Segunda División.

September 2019: Agreement with Barcelona for Transfer

On September 2, 2019, Barcelona reached an agreement with Las Palmas for Pedri's transfer, effective July 1, 2020, for €5 million, contingent on fulfilling various contract clauses. Pedri agreed to a two-year contract.

July 2020: Joined Barcelona

On July 1, 2020, Pedri's transfer to Barcelona became effective. He was assigned to the main squad for the 2020–21 season with the number 16 shirt.

August 2020: Called up to Spain U21 squad

On August 21, 2020, Pedri was called up to the Spain under-21 squad.

2020: Played in the 2020 Summer Olympics

On June 29, 2021, Pedri was called up to the Spain squad for the 2020 Summer Olympics.

2020: UEFA Euro 2020

On May 24, 2021, Pedri was included in Luis Enrique's 24-man squad for UEFA Euro 2020.

January 2021: Goal and assist against Athletic Bilbao

On January 6, 2021, Pedri scored a headed goal and assisted Barcelona's second goal in a 3–2 win against Athletic Bilbao at San Mamés.

March 2021: First call-up to Spain senior team

In March 2021, Pedri received his first call-up to the Spain senior team from coach Luis Enrique for the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification matches and debuted on March 25 against Greece.

May 2021: Included in Spain's Euro 2020 squad

On May 24, 2021, Pedri was included in Luis Enrique's 24-man squad for UEFA Euro 2020.

June 2021: Called up to Spain's Olympic squad

On June 29, 2021, Pedri was called up to the Spain squad for the 2020 Summer Olympics.

October 2021: Signed new contract with Barcelona

In mid-October 2021, Pedri signed a new contract with Barcelona that contained a record €1 billion release clause.

November 2021: Won Golden Boy and Kopa Trophy awards

In November 2021, Pedri was awarded the Golden Boy award by Tuttosport and the 2021 Kopa Trophy by France Football, recognizing him as the best player under 21 in European and world football, respectively.

2021: Played in UEFA European Under-21 Championship

On September 3, 2021, Pedri made his debut for Spain U-21 in a qualifying match for the 2021 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.

February 2022: Scored fastest Derbi Barceloní goal

On February 13, 2022, Pedri scored the fastest Derbi Barceloní goal of the 21st century at 75 seconds in a 2–2 draw against Espanyol.

2022: La Liga Title

By the end of the 2022-23 season, he managed to achieve his first La Liga title with Barcelona under coach Xavi.

2022: Played in the 2022 FIFA World Cup

In 2022, Pedri was named in Spain's squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, starting in all four of Spain's matches.

2022: Called up to Spain senior team

In March 2021, Pedri received his first call-up to the Spain senior team from coach Luis Enrique ahead of the group stage of the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification.

January 2023: Made 100th appearance for Barcelona

On January 28, 2023, Pedri made his 100th appearance in all competitions for Barcelona in a La Liga game against Girona, scoring the only goal.

June 2024: Featured in UEFA Euro 2024

In June 2024, Pedri was called up to Spain's UEFA Euro 2024 squad, scoring his first senior international goals in a friendly against Northern Ireland on June 8, 2024.

2024: Improved fitness with Hansi Flick

In the 2024-25 season, with the arrival of new manager Hansi Flick at Barcelona, Pedri improved his fitness and had a strong, injury-free start to the season.

January 2025: Assisted against Benfica and Extended Contract

In January 2025, specifically on January 21st, Pedri assisted Eric García for Barcelona's equalizer against Benfica. Later that month, on January 30th, he extended his contract with the club until 2030.