What did Di Maria do to Puyol?

However, the moment of the match arrived when Angel Di Maria produced a touch of brilliance to deceive Carles Puyol before taking a shot at goal. Barcelona captain Carles Puyol was left in a split and Angel Di Maria’s shot rebounded by the keeper’s effort which was then tucked in by Ronaldo.

Was Puyol a good captain?

Carles Puyol is undoubtedly the most prolific captain for Barcelona. Who can forget the time he stopped a certain goal with his chest against Lokomotiv Moscow in 2002, or the time he asked Ronaldinho to take a picture with the Barca squad even though the Brazilian had moved to AC Milan.

Is Puyol the best defender ever?

Nevertheless, Carles Puyol is in a class all by himself. He’s arguably the most complete defender (DEFENDER, for those of you who still read center back) of his generation. Though he started out as a right back, he made a name for himself as world-class center back.

Was Puyol a centre-back?

Puyol executed the traditional duties of a centre-back, sweeping and tackling as though his life depended on it. Pique provided technical finesse from the back and was the player who kickstarted moves for Barcelona.

How Puyol ended his career?

Despite heavy links to Major League Soccer after previously announcing the end to his Barcelona tenure, defender Carles Puyol instead has decided to retire due to knee injuries. Puyol spent his entire career with Barcelona, coming through their academy and making his first-team debut in 1999 under Louis van Gaal.

How did Puyol’s career end?

The Barcelona captain Carles Puyol has announced he will be leaving the Spanish champions at the end of the season following a persistent battle with a knee injury.

Why are defenders usually captains?

Having a defender as a captain automatically translates to having one of the calmest members of the team as a leader. This helps to prevent issues both on and off the pitch. According to modern rules of engagement, the captain is the only player permitted to talk to the referee.

Is Puyol underrated?

YES , NOT ONLY AS A GREAT PLAYER BUT AS A GREAT HUMAN BEING !

Is Puyol better than Maldini?

Of course both*. Puyol arguably the one of strongest CB in the world. May be only Jaap Stam is stronger. Maldini is the 2nd best positioning CB in the world, Baresi is the 1st.