Robert Pires
๐ฅ TrendingStanding at 6'1" (185cm), Robert Pires is not only known for their work as a French Athlete but also for their notable physical presence.
French footballer (born 1973)
"Pires' most defining career moment was his integral role in Arsenal's "Invincibles" season of 2003-04." โ About Robert Pires
| Metric | Robert Pires | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 52 | 47 | +5 yrs |
| Height | 185cm (6'1") | 176cm | +9cm |
| Career length | 34 yrs | ~35 yrs | -1 yrs |
| Based on 1874 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Robert Pires
Did you know that Robert Pires was part of the French squad that won both the 1998 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2000, completing a rare international double?
- He began his professional career at FC Metz, where he won the Coupe de la Ligue in 1996, his first major club trophy.
- Pires famously attempted a 'two-man penalty' with Thierry Henry against Manchester City in 2005, which ended in an embarrassing miscue.
- Despite being a key player, he was controversially substituted after just 18 minutes in the 2006 Champions League final following Jens Lehmann's red card.
- After leaving European football, Pires played a season in the Indian Super League for FC Goa in 2014, scoring one goal.
- For several years after his official retirement, he continued to train regularly with Arsenal's first team to maintain fitness and assist the club.
Pires' most defining career moment was his integral role in Arsenal's "Invincibles" season of 2003-04. As a dynamic winger, he contributed 14 goals and 10 assists as the Gunners went an entire Premier League campaign undefeated, securing a historic title.
He is remembered as one of the Premier League's most elegant and effective attacking midfielders, a vital component of Arsenal's legendary "Invincibles" side. His graceful style and goal-scoring prowess left a lasting mark on English football.