The “architect” as he was popularly known for his ability to send in tailor measured passed and dictate the pace of games for his sides ended his career in the MLS.

Pirlo played for Inter Milan, AC Milan before finally playing for Juventus before he left Italy for New York City Football Club.

Andrea Pirlo in his 22 career stint has won everything there was to win in Italian Football largely with AC Milan and Juventus.

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This includes 6 Serie A titles, two Coppa Italia, 2 UEFA Champions League Titles, 1 FIFA Club world cup in additions to 3 supercoppa Italiana and 2 Uefa Super Cups.

Andrea Pirlo also helped his national side Italy to win the 2006 world cup.

The 38 year old had earlier announced that he was going to retire after the 2017 MLS season.

Pirlo tweeted a touching following his side crashing out of the MLS playoffs to after losing to Columbus Crew on a 4-3 aggregate.

Andrea Pirlo made a cameo appearance in his last game after manager Patrick Viera put him in on the 90th minute for New York City FC against Columbus Crew.

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Andrea Pirlo and his team were pushing for a goal to get them to next stage as they won by 2-0 which saw them fall short of a goal to qualify.

In his message to the New York City he thanked the club and city for their kindness and support.

Pirlo spent close to two years at the club since he transferred from the club at the end of the 2014/2015 se