RIP. Mourning in Catalonia! Legendary Espanyol goalscorer passes away

Spanish football has suffered a devastating loss: legendary Espanyol striker Michel Pineda Uzaeta has passed away at the age of 62.

Details: The Catalan club's press service officially announced the death of the renowned former forward. Pineda joined the Parakeets in 1984 and served the team loyally for six seasons, earning the genuine affection of the fans and cementing his status as one of the brightest idols of his football generation.

During his time with the blue-and-whites, the striker made 233 official appearances and scored 73 goals. Pineda was one of the architects of the club's famous European breakthrough, reaching the 1987/88 UEFA Cup final with Espanyol and forever writing his name into the history of the Catalan giants.

It is worth noting that, in addition to his spell at Espanyol, Michel Pineda also left his mark on French side Auxerre and Spanish club Racing de Santander, while he was also called up to represent Spain's youth national team.

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