History of Pedri in Timeline

Pedri, whose full name is Pedro González López, is a Spanish professional footballer renowned for his exceptional abilities as a midfielder. He currently plays for FC Barcelona in La Liga and represents the Spain national team. Widely regarded as one of the top midfielders globally, Pedri is celebrated for his outstanding dribbling skills, playmaking prowess, creative vision, and overall contribution to the game.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1980: Miguel Tendillo's Euro Record

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

November 2002: Birth of Pedri

On 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, where he played until later that year.

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 by manager Pepe Mel.

August 2019: Professional Debut

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

September 2019: Agreement with Barcelona

In September 2019, Barcelona reached an agreement with Las Palmas for the transfer of Pedri, effective as of July 1, 2020. Pedri agreed to a two-year contract with Barcelona, who paid €5 million for the deal.

July 2020: Joined Barcelona

In July 2020, Pedri's transfer to Barcelona became effective. He was assigned to the main squad for the 2020–21 season.

August 2020: Called up to Spain U21 squad

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

2020: Called up to Spain's Olympic squad

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

2020: 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.

January 2021: Scored against Athletic Bilbao

On January 6, 2021, Pedri scored a headed goal against Athletic Bilbao and assisted Barcelona's second goal in a 3–2 win 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 ahead of the group stage of the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification.

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: New Barcelona Contract

In October 2021, Pedri signed a new contract with Barcelona which contained a record €1 billion ($1.57 billion) release clause.

November 2021: Won Golden Boy and Kopa Trophy Awards

In November 2021, Pedri won the Golden Boy award presented by Tuttosport and also received the 2021 Kopa Trophy, awarded by France Football.

2021: Debut in UEFA European Under-21 Championship

In August 2020, Pedri was called up to the Spain under-21 squad; he later made his debut on 3 September in a 1–0 away win over Macedonia in a qualifying match for the 2021 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.

February 2022: Scored fastest Derbi Barceloní goal of the 21st century

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

2022: La Liga Title with Barcelona

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 FIFA World Cup

In 2022, Pedri was named in Spain's squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. He started in all four of Spain's matches, where Spain were knocked out by Morocco in the Round of 16 on penalties.

2022: FIFA World Cup qualification

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: 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 and scored the only goal in the match.

June 2024: UEFA Euro 2024

In June 2024, Pedri was called up to Spain's UEFA Euro 2024 squad despite not having been featured in the national side since the World Cup due to prolonged injury issues. He scored his first senior international goals in a friendly against Northern Ireland on 8 June 2024, contributing with a brace to a 5–1 win.

2024: Improved fitness with new manager

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