Spain legend, Joaquin confirmed to retire from sports at the end of the season.

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Spain legend, Joaquin confirmed to retire from sports at the end of the season.

Real Betis legend Joaquin Sanchez has officially announced that he will retire at the end of the season. He has been an ever-present through the 21st century of Spanish football, an excellent winger, and a unique character.

Captain Joaquin made his Betis debut 23 years ago and returned to the LaLiga club in 2015 following spells with Valencia, Malaga and Fiorentina.

Only the great Andoni Zubizarreta has made more LaLiga appearances than Joaquin's incredible 615, with the ex-Spain goalkeeper playing 622 times in the Spanish top flight.

He won the Copa del Rey for a second time with Betis last April and lifted the same trophy during his time with Valencia in 2008.

Joaquin won 51 caps for his country, playing in two World Cups and one European Championship.