LISTEN: Retired footballer Claudio Pizarro on his time at Bayern Munich: ‘It was an honour’

947’s Robert Marawa speaks with former footballer Claudio Pizarro.

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The retired Peruvian footballer was widely regarded as one of the country’s best and a Bundesliga legend.

He started playing professionally at 17 and, like many, had the dream of moving to Europe to play for a top club.

He played for both Werder Bremen and Bayern Munich during his time.

He is the all-time top scorer at Bremen, ninth top scorer at Munich and the sixth top scorer in the history of the Bundesliga with 197 goals in 490 matches.

“I love the game, I love to score goals, to be part of the teams and of course achieve important things.”

– Claudio Pizarro, retired football player

“It was like an honour for me [playing for Bayern Munich]… When I was child, I was looking at the Bundesliga and I always supported Bayern.”

– Claudio Pizarro, retired football player

Pizarro now spends his time on the pitch with the youth, sharing his wealth of knowledge.

He currently serves as a club ambassador for Bayern Munich

Looking towards the season ahead, Pizarro says the team managed well during the transfer window and will look to further strengthen the team.

“It was difficult, they were struggling to get some players at some point… I think the team is OK for now.”

– Claudio Pizarro, retired football player

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