Fans Link Piqué's Retirement to Rumors He Cheated On Shakira – There Is No Official Confirmation of His Infidelity

Barcelona legend Gerard Piqué got emotional cheers from fans as he said goodbye to Camp Nou with Barcelona's win. Piqué announced he is hanging up his boots despite having 18 months left on his contract. However, fans link his exit from soccer to rumors he cheated on singer Shakira.

Speculation has been spreading online that Piqué cheated on Shakira. Shakira's fans can't keep calm and are insinuating that karma has finally caught up with him. Both stars met on the set of Shakira's music video "Waka Waka," which served as the official song of the FIFA World Cup 2010.

Shakira and Piqué dated for 11 years and had two kids before going their separate ways in June 2022. But where is all this information coming from when there is no official confirmation of Piqué's infidelity? Neither "The Queen of Latin Music" nor Piqué has talked about it openly.

Fans Have Their Own Thoughts on Piqué's Retirement and His Cheating

Piqué's infidelity allegations don't seem to sit well with some fans. Netizens had something to say about the football star's sudden retirement on November 3. One fan said: "Piqué cheated on Shakira, and then football cheated on him."

In response to a sympathizing tweet about Piqué sadly losing "Shakira & Football within the same year," another added:

"C'mon now. Pique didn't lose Shakira, he cheated on her. It's called KARMA. Dudes like this."

While some supporters were disappointed in him, others sympathized with his current situation, wishing him good luck. The Spanish footballer hasn't yet disclosed his future plans.

Piqué Cheated On Shakira, According to Several Unverified Sources

Different unverified sources reported Piqué's cheating scandal; however, neither the football star nor Shakira confirmed the allegations. In efforts to find the woman with which Piqué was allegedly unfaithful to Shakira, some news organizations reported the allegations without verifying.

Shortly after breaking up with Shakira, Piqué appeared in the company of a new girlfriend, Clara Chia Marti, and even attended a friend's wedding with her. During the event, Piqué and Clara publicly displayed their romance.

According to the rumors, Piqué was having an affair with a 20-year-old lady who was still a student. Shakira and Piqué broke up in early summer, shortly after the allegations surfaced. However, the breakup and Piqué's retirement from soccer cannot be connected.

Shakira Opened Up for the First Time about the Breakup

In September 2022, the "Waka Waka" singer opened up for the first time about parting ways with Piqué. In an interview with Elle, she described the experience as her darkest hour and said it had taken her time to process it all, especially since she's in the public eye.

The singer noted that the situation had affected her privacy, stating that paparazzi are always camping outside her home. She said it was one of the most challenging situations she's ever been through, adding that she can only hide from them inside her house.

Shakira also opened up about how her two kids cope with the situation. The singer stated that she sometimes feels like it's a bad dream. She also noted that the media cheapened her relationship with Piqué, dramatically affecting their children.

Shakira further noted that her father was in the ICU during this difficult time. She sympathized with women in a similar situation to hers and clarified rumors of a custody battle with Piqué about their children.

Shakira confirmed that those were just speculations, adding that regardless of her situation with Piqué, he's still her kids' father. She added that their children deserve a normal life and that they're figuring out what's best for their future.

When asked how she felt about Piqué's new relationship, Shakira said the entire situation was still "fresh," adding that she did her best to keep her family, including sacrificing her career, moving to Spain, and becoming a present mom to their kids. The singer disclosed that music had been her light in her darkest hour.

Shakira Has Her Own Recipe for Coping with the Dark Times

Speaking to Elle, Shakira disclosed that she finds writing music therapeutic whenever she's stressed or anxious. She didn't confirm the rumors of Piqué cheating but revealed that, through music, she's been able to heal and process her emotions:

"I think that music is a life raft. There have been days when I had to pick up the pieces of me from the floor."

In October, Shakira released a new music video months after her breakup. The song "Monotonia" generated at least 10 million views in less than 24 hours. The Colombian star sings about how no one is to blame.

Piqué Quickly Found a New Girlfriend

Shortly after breaking up with Shakira, Piqué appeared in the company of a new girlfriend, Clara Chia Marti, and even attended a friend's wedding with her. During the event, Piqué and Clara publicly displayed their romance. The footballer and his girlfriend were spotted walking together, holding hands and smiling.

Also, while attending a festival in Catalonia, the lovebirds kissed. Close people to the duo have reportedly advised them to keep their relationship private. They have gone the extra mile to clear Clara's social media account to prevent people from accessing her photos.

According to reports, Shakira was furious with the Spanish footballer because they had agreed not to appear in public with their lovers during their first year of breakup. Piqué and Shakira have, however, decided to remain cordial for the sake of their children.