Casillas is undoubtedly one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of football, with a long and illustrious career guarding the Galaxy and the Spanish football dynasty.
The World Cup is coming again, and many fans will remember the magical save that Casey made in the 2010 World Cup final that rewrote football history, and there are many good stories to remember in his legendary career...
【1.Thousand Heroes】
On 2 April 2008, Casillas played for Porto against the Belém, unlocking 1,000 career achievements, joining the likes of Peter Hilton, Roberto Carlos and Buffon.
Cassie played a total of 725 games for Real Madrid, 156 for Porto and 167 games for the Spanish national team in his career, with more than 600 victories and an impressive record of nearly 400 clean sheets.
[2. Captain Legend]
In 2014, Cassie captained the Champions League final, helping Real Madrid to reach the top of the Champions League against arch-rivals Atletico Madrid. He also became the third captain in history to lift the World Cup, Euro and Champions League trophies after Beckenbauer and Deschamps.
What is even more difficult for latecomers to achieve is that he has collected these three honors in four years - leading Spain to the World Cup in 2010, winning the European Championship in 2012, and helping Real Madrid win the Champions League with Carlo Ancelotti in 2014.
【3. Defy setbacks】
The year before that 2014 victory, Cassie was sent out of the cold after a conflict with then-Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho.
Ancelotti also put Cassie on the bench for most of the 2013-14 season, but the goalkeeper took advantage of limited playing opportunities to show his prowess, becoming the first goalkeeper in history to keep a clean sheet in all rounds of the Copa del Rey and escort his team to the final.
In the 2014-15 season, he made 47 appearances for Real Madrid in all competitions. Afterwards, he bid a tearful farewell to the Bernabeu.
【4. Confession for a lifetime】
In 2008, Casillas and Raul signed a "lifetime contract" with Real Madrid. Raul signed an initial three-year contract, while the 26-year-old Casillas was offered a nine-year contract with a reportedly £113 million termination clause.
According to the contract, as long as the two played 30 games in the previous season, the contract can be automatically extended.
"On Valentine's Day, Ikker, Raul and Real Madrid said they love each other, need each other, and stay together for life." Real Madrid president Calderón said on that day.
【5.Million Iron Hands】
In 2007, Cassie insured his "Eating Guy" for €7.5 million.
"If I hurt my knee, I pretend it hurt my hand." Cassie teased after the insurance was successful.
【6.Charity Master】
Casillas has set up its own foundation, which aims to promote education through sport and help young people build a healthy lifestyle and follow the right path.
Kasi has done a lot of good for young people and discriminated groups by working with organizations and businesses such as Aspire Academy, Real Madrid, BBVA, Samsung, etc.
【7.International Idol】
Casillas' international career coincided perfectly with Spain's most successful era.
He made his international debut at the age of 19 years and 14 days, making his 167 appearances in the Matador jersey, the Spanish all-time record holder.
He has two European Cup medals and one World Cup trophy, and was named to the best team for these three tournaments, winning the "Golden Glove" for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.
【8.Honor】
In addition to his international honours, Casillas has won five La Liga titles, three Champions Leagues, two Copa del Rey, four Spanish Super Cups and two European Super Cups, as well as one each of the Club World Cup and the Intercontinental Cup. A total of 21 major tournament winners.
He also has countless personal honours and records, including the aforementioned 2010 World Cup "Golden Glove Award", the 2017 Golden Foot Award, and the most clean sheets in the Champions League.
【9.Midlife crisis】
On May 1, 2019, Cassie suffered a heart attack during training and was immediately sent to the hospital for resuscitation, but was out of danger after surgery. But he also bid farewell to his beloved green field. In March 2021, Cassie and his wife announced their separation, and the green fairy couple Lao Yan, who had been envious of others, flew apart.
In 10 years this year, Cassie and Puyol, a veteran of the national team, played a "coming out" farce on social media, causing an uproar and a crisis of public opinion. The once-legendary goalkeeper seems a little lost.
But San Cassie quickly found his way back in life, picked up the microphone, became a commentator, and now has signed with the well-known international sports brand FUN Sports to prepare for the upcoming World Cup in Qatar.
Player Cassie has long since retired, but his legendary life has not ended.