Gerard Piqué Opens Up After Split

Gerard Piqué has spoken out after his 11-year relationship with Shakira ended. He told El Pais he's "very happy" after the breakup.

What happened?

Gerard Piqué and Shakira announced their separation in June last year. They share two sons, Sasha and Milan.

Piqué said he wants to be faithful to himself regarding major life decisions. He no longer worries about public opinion.

Gerard Piqué has gone Instagram official with his new girlfriend, Clara Chia Martí. Shakira has released tracks seemingly addressing the split.

Gerard Piqué announced his retirement from soccer in November. He said football has given him everything.

He wants to focus on the people closest to him. Piqué said he's putting energy into his loved ones.

Gerard Piqué is 36 years old. He was born into a football-loving family.

He played for Barcelona. Piqué was a fan of the team since he was a kid.

Gerard Piqué won many trophies with Barcelona. He was a European and world champion.

He played with the best players in history. Piqué became one of the team's captains.

Gerard Piqué said he will be back. He ended his retirement announcement with "Visca Barca, always and forever".

Gerard Piqué is doing what he wants. He's not wasting money on cleaning up his image.

He's very happy. There have been changes in his life, but he's preserved his happiness.

Gerard Piqué told El Pais about his happiness. He said the people that know him are the ones that matter.