Gerard Pique decided to retire from international football after the World Cup 2018 following a World Cup qualifier against Albania in October 2016. He took the decision to retire from the Spanish national team after the 2018 World Cup over a controversy to do with his shirt sleeves.

Why does pique not play for Spain?

The 34-year-old has not played for the national team since the 2018 World Cup, after which he announced his retirement from international football. Pique decided to call it a day after Spain's disappointing showing in Russia. The defender made 102 appearances for la Roja and won the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012.

When did pique stop playing for Spain?

Pique, who retired from international duty with Spain after the 2018 World Cup, has had accusations thrown at him that he quit La Roja to represent Catalonia.