Aguero confirms retirement due to heart problem

MADRID, Dec. 15 (Xinhua) -- FC Barcelona striker Sergio Aguero announced his retirement from professional football on Wednesday at an emotional press conference at the Camp Nou Stadium.

The 33-year-old was accompanied by club president Joan Laporta, while Barca coach Xavi Hernandez and Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola were also in the stands as he drew the curtain on his 18-year career due to a heart complaint